Question

What happens when a methyl orange solution is mixed with $HCl$?

• A. The solution turns yellow
• B. The solution turns red
• C. The solution turns blue
• D. The solution turns pink

Answer 1

The correct option is B The solution turns red

Methyl orange shows red colour in acidic medium and yellow colour in basic medium. Since $HCl$ is an acid, the colour of the solution becomes red.