ExamBro
ExamBro
MHT CET · Chemistry · Ionic Equilibrium

Which among the following salt turns blue litmus red in its aqueous solution?

  1. A \(\mathrm{CuSO}_4\)
  2. B \(\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CO}_3\)
  3. C \(\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4\)
  4. D \(\mathrm{NaNO}_3\)
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(A) \(\mathrm{CuSO}_4\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

\(\mathrm{CuSO}_4\) is formed from a weak base (\(\mathrm{Cu(OH)}_2\)) and a strong acid (\(\mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{SO}_4\)), making its aqueous solution acidic. Acidic solutions turn blue litmus red. Answer: \(\mathrm{CuSO}_4\)