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Is pH an indicator of acids and bases?

Updated: 8/19/2019
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yes, the pH above 7 is basic and below 7 is acidic. Neutral pH id 7.

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How does a pH indicator separate acids from bases?

it seperate acids from bases on the basis of power of hydrogen


Can an indicator provide an exact pH?

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