Q.3 Name the source from which litmus solution is obtained. What is the use of this solution?

1. Litmus solution is extracted from lichens.

2. Litmus solution is used as an indicator to find the acidic and basic nature of a solution.

3. It has a mauve (purple) color in distilled water. When added to an acidic solution, it turns red. When added to a basic solution, it turns blue.