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Why is universal indicator a better one than litmus paper?

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a

Litmus paper can only be used for alkalis                 

b

Universal indicator is useful for all ranges of pH of the solution

c

Universal indicator goes green if something is neutral

d

Litmus paper can only be used for acids

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Red litmus can prove basic nature only
Blue litmus can prove acidic nature only
Neutral cannot prove by using litmus paper.

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But universal indicator is useful to identify all the Rage of pH value either acid and (or) bases (or) neutral.

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Why is universal indicator a better one than litmus paper?