Gr 9 Natural Sciences Ch 10: Indicators
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What is the primary advantage of using a pH meter over indicator solutions or papers?

  • They change color to indicate pH.
  • They provide quick and precise measurements. (correct)
  • They are cheaper than indicator papers.
  • They are easier to use.

Which of the following is an example of an acid-base indicator?

  • Litmus (correct)
  • Copper sulfate
  • Sodium chloride
  • Universal solvent

What color change does a universal indicator provide?

  • Only red or blue
  • Only pastel colors
  • A wide range of colors (correct)
  • No color change

In which scenario are pH meters particularly useful?

<p>In laboratories requiring consistent accuracy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are indicator solutions and papers considered tedious for frequent use?

<p>They provide limited accuracy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color does red cabbage water turn in acidic solutions?

<p>Red or Pink (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following colors represents neutral solutions when using universal indicator?

<p>Green (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color change occurs when litmus paper is exposed to acidic solutions?

<p>Turns red (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a strongly basic solution, red cabbage water changes to which color?

<p>Yellow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic makes universal indicator more useful than litmus?

<p>It provides color changes for a wide range of pH (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color will slightly basic solutions turn red cabbage indicator?

<p>Blue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary pigment in red cabbage that causes color changes in different pH levels?

<p>Anthocyanin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does litmus paper have in a basic solution?

<p>Turns blue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using universal indicator paper?

<p>To offer a wide range of colors for accurate pH matching. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature distinguishes pH meters from other pH measurement methods?

<p>They provide quick and precise pH measurements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding acid-base indicators essential?

<p>They help identify the pH of various substances through color changes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using pH meters compared to indicator solutions?

<p>They do not require visual comparison. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the limitations of using indicator solutions and papers frequently?

<p>They can be cumbersome and time-consuming for regular pH testing. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which color indicates a strongly basic solution when using red cabbage water?

<p>Yellow (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color does red cabbage water become in a neutral solution?

<p>Purple (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the behavior of litmus paper in acidic solutions?

<p>Turns red (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color does a universal indicator show in weak acids?

<p>Orange to yellow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can red cabbage indicator paper be created?

<p>By soaking paper in red cabbage juice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color does a universal indicator show at neutral pH?

<p>Green (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In basic solutions, what color change occurs with blue litmus paper?

<p>It remains blue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about universal indicators is true?

<p>It changes color across a wide range of pH values (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color does red cabbage water exhibit in a strongly basic solution?

<p>Yellow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the behavior of litmus in neutral solutions?

<p>No color change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which range of colors does a universal indicator display in weak acids?

<p>Orange to yellow (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the red cabbage juice's color change indicate a slightly basic solution?

<p>Turns blue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of universal indicators provides more accuracy than litmus?

<p>Wide range of color changes across pH levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of using blue litmus paper in acidic solutions?

<p>Turns red (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What indicates the strongest acidity on a universal indicator scale?

<p>Red (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to red cabbage water in neutral solutions?

<p>Turns purple or violet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best highlights the precision level of different indicators?

<p>Universal indicator is generally less precise than pH meters for scientific measurements. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with pH meters?

<p>They use chemical indicators for pH measurement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option accurately describes a limitation of indicator solutions compared to pH meters?

<p>Indicator solutions may not provide consistent measurements over time. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes universal indicators from other indicators in terms of color range?

<p>Universal indicators offer a wide range of colors that correspond to a pH chart. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is using a pH meter predominantly advantageous over indicator solutions?

<p>When conducting experiments that require real-time pH monitoring. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using universal indicator paper over red cabbage water for pH measurement?

<p>Universal indicator paper matches a wide range of colors to a pH chart. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do pH meters outperform indicator solutions and papers?

<p>They offer quick and precise pH measurements. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the primary limitation of using indicators like litmus for frequent pH measurements?

<p>They can be tedious for frequent use. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding acid-base indicators crucial for scientific purposes?

<p>They help in identifying the pH of various substances accurately. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes pH meters in terms of precision compared to other indicators?

<p>They provide the most accurate pH readings. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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