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Metals and Non-Metals — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceMetals and Non-Metals1 Mark
MCQ
An element $E$ reacts with water to form a solution which turns phenolphthalein solution pink.
The element $E$ is most likely to be :
  • A
    $\ce{S}$
  • ✓
    $\ce{Ca}$
  • C
    $\ce{C}$
  • D
    $\ce{Ag}$
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
$\ce{Ca}$
Calcium is the metal that can react with water to form calcium hydroxide, which is basic in nature. Hence it turns phenolphthalein solution pink.

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