What is the original colour of phenolphthalein?
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Phenolphthalein is a commonly known indicator for titration, which is a week acid.
The color of the compound depends on whether it is in an acidic or basic medium.
Week acids are colorless, and it gives its ions the bright pink color.
When adding the hydrogen ions or H + ions to it, it turns colorless.
The color of the compound depends on whether it is in an acidic or basic medium.
Week acids are colorless, and it gives its ions the bright pink color.
When adding the hydrogen ions or H + ions to it, it turns colorless.
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Answer: Originally phenolphthalein is colourless. It turns pink in basic solutions and remains colurless in acidic solution.
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