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Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Herbs as a natural pH indicators

Author(s):

Gitanjali Pandit, Krishna Satasiya, Pooja Khanpara and Dr. Shital Faldu

Abstract:

A pH indicator is a halochromic chemical compound added in small amount of solution like acidic or basic to determine the physical property of the solution. Generally, in acid-base titration synthetic indicators are used to identify colour change at different pH intervals. Many herbs exhibit natural colour pigment which help to identify pH naturally. Hereby, we discuss few herbs like Rose, Beetroot and Red Cabbage, to replace synthetic pH indicators. Synthetic indicator causes chemical and environmental pollution, they are toxic, costly, and rarely available. Water extract of Rose, Beetroot and Red Cabbage shows sharp and intense colour change in comparison to standard synthetic indicators like Methyl Orange, Phenolphthalein, Methyl Red etc. Herbal indicators are non-toxic, pollution free, cost effective, and easily available at home also.

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How to cite this article:
Gitanjali Pandit, Krishna Satasiya, Pooja Khanpara and Dr. Shital Faldu. Herbs as a natural pH indicators. J Pharmacogn Phytochem 2023;12(6):01-04. DOI: 10.22271/phyto.2023.v12.i6a.14759

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