The colour of methyl orange in base is?

Correct answer: B. Yellow

  • A. Red
  • B. Yellow
  • C. Orange
  • D. Pink

Explanation

Methyl orange is an acid-base indicator that is red in acidic medium. In basic solution, it changes to its yellow form. Thus, its colour in a base is yellow.

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