CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 7.1.2 Acids in Terms of Their Effect on a Questions

Use methyl orange and thymolphthalein colour changes to identify acidic and alkaline solutions.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • state indicator colours in acids, including methyl orange red and thymolphthalein colourless
  • identify thymolphthalein colour in an alkali and a weak acid
  • distinguish acid indicator changes from incorrect alkali changes
  • use indicator colour evidence to classify an unknown solution

CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 7.1.2 Acids in Terms of Their Effect on a Questions question 1

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What is the colour of thymolphthalein in dilute hydrochloric acid?

A

blue

B

red

C

yellow

D

colourless

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