Question 1

What are these red and blue litmus paper strips made of? Why do they change colour when drops of some samples are put on them? (Page 10)

Accepted Answer

Red and blue litmus paper strips are made from paper soaked in an extract of lichens. They change colour when they come in contact with acidic or basic substances. Acidic substances turn blue litmus to red, and basic substances turn red litmus to blue.

Question 2

Do you find lichens on trees in your neighbourhood? (Page 10)

Accepted Answer

Yes, lichens can be found growing on trees, especially in areas with clean air and good rainfall.

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Question 3

If litmus is not available, are there some other natural substances that can serve as acid- base indicators? (Page 11)

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are other natural substances that can be used as acid-base indicators, such as red cabbage juice, turmeric, and rose extract. These substances also change colour in the presence of acids or bases.

Question 4

A liquid sample from the laboratory was tested using various indicators:

Accepted Answer

Answer:
The given liquid sample is acidic in nature. It does not affect red litmus paper, but it turns blue litmus paper red, which is an indication of acidic nature. Also, there is no change in the turmeric indicator, confirming its acidic nature.

Question 5

What remedies do people use to treat ant bites in your region? (Page 18)

Accepted Answer

People often use natural remedies like applying a paste of baking soda and water, using a cold compress to reduce pain and swelling caused by ant bites.

Source: This question is from Exploring Substances Acidic Basic and Neutral, Science &mdash; Class 7, CBSE Board.
Key Concepts CoveredThis question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Exploring Substances Acidic Basic and Neutral: Remedies, People, Use, Treat, Ant, Bites. These are fundamental topics in Science that students are expected to master as part of the CBSE Class 7 curriculum.A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your CBSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of Science papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.
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Use the terminology specific to this subject and chapter.
Review the textbook content for this chapter before attempting questions.
Practice writing concise, well-structured answers within time limits.
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Question 6

If the factory waste is acidic in nature, what could be done to save the fish in the lake? (Page 19)

Accepted Answer

To save the fish in the lake, neutralising the acidic waste by adding a base like lime before releasing it into the water could help restore the neutral nature of water, making it safer for the fish.

Question 7

Do you think that one possibility could be using a turmeric solution for the spraying liquid and a soap solution for writing on the paper? (Page 19)

Accepted Answer

Yes, turmeric solution can be used as an indicator for spraying, as it changes colour from yellow to red in basic solutions, while a soap solution could be used for writing on the paper, since soap is basic in nature.NCERT Class 7 Science Chapter 2 Question Answer Exploring Substances Acidic Basic and Neutral (Exercise)Let Us Enhance Our Learning

Question 8

A solution turns the red litmus paper to blue. Excess addition of which of the following solution would reverse the change?
(i) Lime water
(ii) Baking soda
(iii) Vinegar
(iv) Common salt solution

Accepted Answer

(iii) The solution turns from red to blue, it means it is basic. To reverse this, an acid is needed. Lime water and baking soda are basic, and the common salt solution is neutral, so they will not reverse the change. Vinegar is acidic, so it will change the colour back to red.

Question 9

You are provided with three unknown solutions labelled A, B, and C, but you do not know which of these are acidic, basic, or neutral. Upon adding a few drops of red litmus solution to solution A, it turns blue. When a few drops of turmeric solution are added to solution B, it turns red. Finally, after adding a few drops of red rose extract to solution C, it turns green.
Based on the observations, which of the following is the correct sequence for the nature of solutions A, B, and C?
(i) Acidic,

Accepted Answer

(iv) Solution A turns red litmus to blue – Basic in nature Solution B turns turmeric solution to red – Basic in nature Solution C turns rose extract to green – Basic nature Thus, the correct sequence for the nature of solutions A, B and C is basic, basic and basic.

Question 10

Observe and analyse Figs. 2.13, 2.14, and 2.15, in which red rose extract paper strips are used. Label the nature of solutions present in each of the containers.

Accepted Answer

The red rose extract turns red in acidic solutions and green in basic solutions. In Fig. 2.13, the red rose extract paper strip turns green, indicating that the solution in this container is basic in nature. In Fig. 2.14, there is no change in the colour of the strip, which shows that the solution is neutral. However, in Fig. 2.15, the strip turns red, indicating that the solution is acidic in nature.

Question 11

A liquid sample from the laboratory was tested using various indicators:
Indicator
Red litmus
Blue litmus
Turmeric
Change
No change
Turned red
No change in colour

Accepted Answer

The given liquid sample is acidic in nature. It does not affect red litmus paper, but it turns blue litmus paper red, which is an indication of acidic nature. Also, there is no change in the turmeric indicator, confirming its acidic nature.

Question 12

Observe and analyse the information given in the following flowchart. Complete the missing information.Answer:The complete flowchart is as follows:

Accepted Answer

Answer:
Do it yourself. Activity 2.4: Let Us Find out (Pages 12-13) Table 2.3: Testing the nature of samples with red rose extract

Name of the Sample
The colour of the red rose extract after adding the sample
Nature of substance

Lemon juice
Red
Acidic

Soap solution
Green
Basic

Amla juice
Red
Acidic

Baking soda solution
Green
Basic

Vinegar
Red
Acidic

Observation and conclusion: The rose extract gives a red colour in an acidic solution and a green colour in a basic solution. Activity 2.5: Let Us Prepare (Pages 14-15) Table 2.4: Testing the nature of samples with turmeric paper

Name of the Sample
The colour of the turmeric paper after putting a drop of sample

Lemon juice
Yellow

Soap solution
Red

Amla juice
Yellow

Baking, soda solution
Red

Sugar solution
Yellow

Observation and conclusion: Turmeric paper changes colour from yellow to red in a basic solution but shows no change in acidic or neutral solutions. Activity 2.6: Let Us Lnvestigate (Page 16) Answer:
Do it yourself. Activity 2.7: Let Us Experiment (Page 17) Answer:
Do it yourself.

Question 13

Could you suggest various materials which can be used for writing the message on the white sheet of paper (given at the beginning of the chapter) and what could be in the spray bottle? Make a table of various possible combinations and the colour of the writing obtained.

Accepted Answer

The colour of the writing will depend on the nature of the writing material (acidic or basic) and the solution in the spray bottle (acidic or basic). Below is the table of possible combinations.

Question 14

Grape juice was mixed with red rose extract; the mixture got a tint of red colour. What will happen if baking soda is added to this mixture? Justify your

Accepted Answer

Answer:When baking soda (a base) is added to the mixture of grape juice and red rose extract, the basicity increases. In basic conditions, red rose extract turns green. So, after adding baking soda, the mixture will turn green.

Question 15

Keerthi wrote a secret message to her grandmother on her birthday using orange juice. Can you assist her grandmother in revealing the message? Which indicator would you use to make it visible?

Accepted Answer

Keerthi’s grandmother can reveal the secret message by using acid-base indicators, as orange juice is acidic in nature. She can use rose extract or beetroot juice (which will turn red) or Indian blackberry extract (which will turn pink) to make the message visible.

Question 16

How can natural indicators be prepared? Explain by giving an example.

Accepted Answer

Natural indicators can be made using plant materials with pigments that change colour with acid or base. For example, to make red rose extract:Wash and crush rose petals.Place them in a glass tumbler and add hot water.Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, then filter the mixture.The resulting liquid is a natural indicator that turns red in acids and green in bases.

Question 17

Three liquids are given to you. One is vinegar, another is a baking soda solution, and the third is a sugar

Accepted Answer

Can you identify them only using turmeric paper? Explain.Answer:Using turmeric paper, we can identify a basic solution but not an acidic or neutral solution. When baking soda solution (basic) is tested, the turmeric paper will turn red. However, both vinegar (acidic) and sugar solution (neutral) will leave the paper yellow, as turmeric paper does not change colour in acidic or neutral solutions. Therefore, turmeric paper can only identify a basic solution.

Question 18

The extract of red rose turns the liquid X to green. What will the nature of liquid X be? What will happen when excess of amla juice is added to liquid X?

Accepted Answer

If the extract of red rose turns the liquid X to green, it indicates that liquid X is basic. Red rose extract acts as an indicator, turning red in acidic solutions and green in basic solutions. When excess amla juice (which is acidic) is added to liquid X, it will neutralise the base. The green colour of the liquid will turn to red as the solution becomes more acidic due to the addition of the acidic amla juice.

Question 19

Observe and analyse the information given in the following flowchart. Complete the missing information.

Accepted Answer

The complete flowchart is as follows:Class 7 Exploring Substances Acidic Basic and Neutral Question Answer (Activities)Activity 2.1: Let Us Explore (Page 8-9)Table 2.1: Testing the nature of samples with blue and red litmus papersName of the SampleColour of blue litmus paper after putting a drop of sampleColour of red litmus paper after putting a drop of sampleLemon juiceRedRedSoap solutionBlueBlueAmla juiceRedRedTamarind waterRedRedVinegarRedRedBaking soda solutionBlueBlueLime waterBlueBlueTap waterBlueRedWashing powder solutionBlueBlueSugar solutionBlueRedSalt solutionBlueRedOrange juiceRedRedTable 2.2: Grouping of samples tested in Table 2.1Group AGroup BGroup CLemon juice, Amla juice, Tamarind water, Vinegar, Orange juiceSoap solution, Baking soda solution, Lime water, Washing powder solutionTap water, Sugar solution, Salt solutionObservation and conclusion: Substances in Group A, like lemon juice and vinegar, are acidic as they turn blue litmus paper red. Group B substances, like soap and baking soda, are basic as they turn red litmus paper blue. Group C substances, like tap water and sugar solution, are neutral because they do not change the litmus paper colour.Activity 2.2: Let Us Relate and explore (Page 11)All the substances in Group A – lemon juice, amla juice, tamarind water, vinegar and orange juice are edible. They all have a sour taste because they contain acids and are acidic in nature. The common acids found in these substances are:Lemon: Citric acidCurd: Lactic acidTamarind: Tartaric acidVinegar: Acetic acidActivity 2.3: Let Us Prepare (Page 12)Answer:Do it yourself.Activity 2.4: Let Us Find out (Pages 12-13)Table 2.3: Testing the nature of samples with red rose extractName of the SampleThe colour of the red rose extract after adding the sampleNature of substanceLemon juiceRedAcidicSoap solutionGreenBasicAmla juiceRedAcidicBaking soda solutionGreenBasicVinegarRedAcidicObservation and conclusion: The rose extract gives a red colour in an acidic solution and a green colour in a basic solution.Activity 2.5: Let Us Prepare (Pages 14-15)Table 2.4: Testing the nature of samples with turmeric paperName of the SampleThe colour of the turmeric paper after putting a drop of sampleLemon juiceYellowSoap solutionRedAmla juiceYellowBaking, soda solutionRedSugar solutionYellowObservation and conclusion: Turmeric paper changes colour from yellow to red in a basic solution but shows no change in acidic or neutral solutions.Activity 2.6: Let Us Lnvestigate (Page 16)Answer:Do it yourself.Activity 2.7: Let Us Experiment (Page 17)Answer:Do it yourself.