Question
Phenolphthalein is a suitable indicator for titration between
- weak acid and weak base
- weak base-strong acid
- strong acid-strong base
- both strong acid-strong base and weak acid-strong base
Answer
both strong acid-strong base and weak acid-strong base
Explanation
Phenolphthalein is a suitable indicator for titration between a weak acid and a strong base or a weak base and a strong acid. It changes colour in the pH range of 8.2-10.0, which is suitable for these types of titrations. It is not suitable for titrations between strong acids and strong bases.