A solution turns blue litmus red. The solution is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A solution turns blue litmus red. The solution is:
A. Basic
B. Saline
C. Acidic
D. Neutral
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Acids turn blue litmus red; bases turn red litmus blue. Litmus is a natural indicator from lichens, purple in neutral solution.

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Assertion (A): Covalent compounds generally have low melting points. Reason (R): The intermolecular forces in covalent compounds are weak compared to ionic compounds.
A. A is false but R is true.
B. A is true but R is false.
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
D. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Covalent compounds consist of molecules held together by weak van der Waals forces, unlike the strong electrostatic forces in ionic lattices. Therefore, less heat energy is required to break these intermolecular forces, resulting in low melting and boiling points. Both statements are true and R correctly explains A.

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Correct Answer: Option D


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Correct Answer: Option B


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