Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a
base?
(a) They have a bitter taste
(b) They turn red litmus blue
(C) The show a red colour with methyl orange
(d) Their aqueous solutions conduct electricity​

Answer 1

Answer:

c

Explanation:

Answer 2

The base shows a red color with methyl orange is not a characteristic of a base. (Option c)

• A base is a substance that has a pH greater than 7, up to 14.
• It is bitter and can turn a red litmus paper blue. These substances usually contain metal oxides or hydroxides.
• Bases conduct electricity by giving ions when their aqueous solution is formed and are also called electrolytes.
• On adding to methyl orange, a pH indicator, it changes color to yellow.