Few drops of aqueous solution of ammonium chloride are put on a universal indicator paper. The paper turns…

Few drops of aqueous solution of ammonium chloride are put on a universal indicator paper. The paper turns pink. Study the following table and choose the correct option.
  1. Nature: acidic; Ammonium chloride is a salt of: weak acid and strong base; Range of pH: less than 7
  2. Nature: basic; Ammonium chloride is a salt of: weak acid and strong base; Range of pH: more than 7
  3. Nature: acidic; Ammonium chloride is a salt of: strong acid and weak base; Range of pH: less than 7
  4. Nature: basic; Ammonium chloride is a salt of: strong acid and strong base; Range of pH: 7

Solution

(c)

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