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There are three acid-base indicators. Methyl orange (end point at `pH=4`), bromothymol blue (end point at `pH-7`), phenolphthalein (end point at `pH=9`). Which is the most suitable indicator for the following titrations? (a). `H_2SO_4` with KOH (b). KCn with HCl (c). `NH_3` with `HNO_3` (d). HF with NaOH

Answer» (a). Strong acid and strong base: any indicator can be used.
(b). Strong acid and salt of weak acid and strong base: Methyl orange is suitable.
(c). Weak base and strong acid: Methyl orange
(d). Strong base and weak acid: Phenolphthalein.


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