Question

P and Q are aqueous solutions of sodium chloride and sodium hydroxide, respectively. Which of these will turn
(a) blue litmus red?
(b) red litmus blue?

Answer 1

Answer:

sodium hydroxide will turn red litmus blue as it is basic and sodium chloride will show no change in both the litmus paper as it is a neutral salt

Answer 2

Explanation:

• P is the aqueous solvent of sodium chloride, it is neutral, and since the litmus sheet will not change into a color.
• Sodium chloride is the al chemical title for salt. Sodium is an electrolyte that controls the quantity of water in your body.
• Sodium also performs a component in nervure pressures and tissue constrictions.
• On the other hand, Q is the solution of Sodium hydroxide, so it turns red litmus paper blue because it is an alkaline substance.
• Sodium hydroxide: It is a significant element in waste and stove cleaners. · It is used in chemical production, oil refining, hydraulic fracturing,$H_2O$ handling, and mineral processing.