An indicator that remains colorless in acid and turns pink in base is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An indicator that remains colorless in acid and turns pink in base is:
A. Turmeric
B. Litmus
C. Phenolphthalein
D. Methyl orange
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Phenolphthalein: pH range 8.3–10; colorless below 8.3, pink above. Litmus is red in acid, blue in base. Methyl orange red in acid, yellow in base. Turmeric yellow in acid, reddish-brown in base.

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