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What is the color change when phenolphthalein is added to an alkaline solution (base)?

AColorless to red/pink
BPink to colorless
CBlue to red
DRed to blue

✓ Correct Answer: AColorless to red/pink

Phenolphthalein is a pH indicator that is colorless in acids and turns pink or red in basic (alkaline) solutions.

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