Question

what can red litmus paper be used for and what would be the result

Answer 1

Answer:

The test can be performed using litmus paper or an aqueous solution containing litmus dye. ... Red litmus paper can indicate alkalinity with a change to blue. In general, litmus paper is red below a pH of 4.5 and blue above a pH of 8.3. If the paper turns purple, this indicates the pH is near neutral.

Answer 2

Litmus papers are mainly used to test if a solution is acidic or basic. When a Red Litmus paper turns blue, it indicates that the solution is basic or alkaline, but when a Blue Litmus paper turns red it, indicates that the solution is acidic.

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