Source: Extra Practice

Turmeric solution is a natural indicator. What color change would you observe when turmeric solution is added to a sample of 'soap solution'?

Options

Option A

Remains yellow

Option B is correct

Changes to red

Option C

Changes to green

Option D

Changes to blue

Explanation

Turmeric is a natural indicator that remains yellow in acidic and neutral solutions but turns red (or reddish-brown) in basic solutions. Soap solution is basic in nature, so when turmeric solution is added to it, the color will change from yellow to red.