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Question
Solution A turns universal indicator blue to purple whereas solution B turns universal indicator orange to red.
What sort of reaction takes place when solution A reacts with solution B?
Solution
When solution A (a base) reacts with solution B (an acid), a neutralisation reaction takes place, producing a salt and water.
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