Question

How would you distinguish between two colorless solutions (one acidic and one basic) using Red
cabbage as an indicator? Mention the color changes. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

State differences between acids and bases?

Answer:

Acids

Bases

1. Its taste is sour.

Its taste is bitter.

2. It turns blue litmus paper to red.

It turns red litmus paper to blue.

3. It contains hydrogen ion (H+).

It contains hydroxyl ion(OH-)

4. It doesn’t feel soapy to touch.

It feels soapy to touch.

5. Examples: Curd, lemon juice and

Vinegar.

Examples: Baking soda, Soap and lime

water.

Answer 2

Answer:

For example, red cabbages contain an indicator pigment molecule called flavin, which is a type of molecule called an anthocyanin. Very acidic solutions will turn an anthocyanin red whereas neutral solutions will make it purplish and basic solutions will turn it greenish-yellow.