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Grade 117 grade science

Name the source from which litmus solution is obtained. What is the use of this solution?

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12 Years agoGrade 11
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Profile image of Navjyot Kalra
12 Years ago

Litmus solution is obtained from lichens. A natural dye extracted from lichens is dissolved in distilled water to obtain litmus solution.

It is used as an indicator to distinguish between acids and bases.

Solution

Colour of litmus solution

Acidic

Red

Basic

Blue

Neutral

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