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What color would litmus paper turn in a solution of baking soda? Explain your answer in terms of pH.

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When red litmus paper comes into contact with any alkaline substance, it turns blue. Some examples of alkaline substances are ammonia gas, milk of magnesia, baking soda and limewater.
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