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How will the addition of turmeric affect the colour of lime water? |
The solution becomes blue in colour The solution becomes red in colour The solution becomes yellow in colour The solution becomes pink in colour |
The solution becomes red in colour |
The correct answer is option 2. The solution becomes red in colour. Turmeric contains a yellow pigment known as curcumin, which can act as a pH indicator. In the presence of an alkaline solution, such as lime water (calcium hydroxide solution), turmeric undergoes a color change. |