MCQ
A solution of sodium acetate in water will
  • Turn red litmus blue
  • B
    Turn blue litmus red
  • C
    Not effect litmus
  • D
    Decolourises litmus

Answer

Correct option: A.
Turn red litmus blue
(a) Because of $C{H_3}COONa$ is a salt of weak acid and strong base.

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