Which of the given statements is correct?
I. Acid turns red litmus blue.
II. Acids are bitter in taste
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Neither I nor II
Chemicals known as acids are those that taste sour and cause a blue litmus solution to become red.
- Conversely, bases cause the red litmus solution to turn blue, have a soapy feel to the touch, and have a bitter taste.
- A strong acid is one that totally ionises in water and generates a lot of hydrogen ions as a result.
- Being totally ionised in water, hydrochloric acid is a potent acid.