Which indicator is red in acidic medium and yellow in basic medium? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which indicator is red in acidic medium and yellow in basic medium?
A. Methyl orange
B. Turmeric
C. Litmus
D. Phenolphthalein
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Methyl orange is red at pH < 3.1 and yellow at pH > 4.4. Litmus: red in acid, blue in base. Phenolphthalein: colorless in acid, pink in base. Turmeric: yellow in acid, reddish-brown in base.

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