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Select a pair of natural indicator from the following:

(A) Litmus and methyl orange

(B) Turmeric and Litmus

(C) Phenolphthalein and methyl orange

(D) Methyl orange and Turmeric

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The correct option is (B) Turmeric and Litmus

Indicators are the substances that are used to identify whether the given substance is an acid or a base.

There are two types of indicators:

(i) Natural: These indicators are obtained from natural sources like plants. 

  • Turmeric, litmus, china rose petals, etc., are some of the naturally occurring indicators.
  • The most commonly used natural indicator is litmus.
  • It is extracted from lichens.
  • It is available in the form of a solution, or in the form of strips of paper, known as litmus paper.
  • Generally, it is available as red and blue litmus paper.

(ii) Man-made: Phenolphthalein, Methyl orange are some of the man-made indicators.

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(B) Turmeric and Litmus

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