An unknown solution changed the color of a phenolphthalein indicator from colorless to pink. What would you comment about the pH

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An unknown solution changed the color of a phenolphthalein indicator from colorless to pink. What would you comment about the pH

of the unknown solution? The given solution is acidic in nature. The given solution is basic in nature. The given solution is neutral in nature.

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cupoosta [38] · Answer 1 · 2021-11-25T21:01:56+03:00

Phenolphthalein indicator indicates the pH of the solution. This indicator is used when the solution is colorless. When added to a solution which is basic in nature, the solution changes color form colorless to pink.

Thus, the correct answer is that the given solution is basic in nature.