Question

Correct the statement if it is wrong-Sodium Hydroxide turns blue litmus red.

Answer 1

Wrong, sodium hydroxide is a base, so it will turn red litmus blue.

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Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Answer -

False

# Corrected statement -

Sodium Hydroxide turns red litmus blue.

● Explanation -

• Sodium hydroxide is a base having pH more than 7.
• Hence, like all bases it will turn red litmus blue.

# Extra information -

• Litmus paper is nothing but the filter paper treated with a natural water-soluble dye obtained from lichens.
• Blue litmus turns red under acidic conditions.
• Red litmus turns blue under basic(alkaline) conditions.

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