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Phenolphthalein only gives colour to bases with a pH above approximately 8.2-10. Then it gives a pink colour. As HCL is a strong acid it becomes colourless.

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phenolphthalein remain colorless when mixed with an acid

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it is colourless

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It is colorless in acidic medium.

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