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Metals and Non-Metals — Science STD 10 — Question

Maharashtra 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
    $S$
  • ✓
    $Ca$
  • C
    $C$
  • D
    $Ag$
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
$Ca$
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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