The indicator phenolphthalein turns pink in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The indicator phenolphthalein turns pink in:
A. Basic medium
B. All media
C. Acidic medium
D. Neutral medium
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Phenolphthalein is colorless in acidic and neutral solutions, turning pink/magenta in basic solutions with pH > about 8.2-10. It is commonly used in acid-base titrations. Methyl orange is red in acidic and yellow in basic. Litmus is purple in neutral, red in acid, blue in base. Natural indicators like turmeric, beetroot also show color changes.

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