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What are the limitations of using chemical indicators in determining the pH of a given solution?

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1) chemical indicators won't work above it's pH range so therefore it probably won't change colour.

2) the solution should be clear and colourless to see colour change.

3) indicators tend to be of low accuracy so it's not 100% reliable.

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