Red Cabbage Essay

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Red Cabbage Indicator Lab Objective: The objective of this lab is to determine the approximate pH of household solutions by using a red cabbage as an indicator solution. Research: A red cabbage contains a pigment molecule that is called flavin. When placed in very acidic solutions, the anthocyanin in the flavin will turn a reddish color. In neutral solutions, the color stays purple. In basic solutions, the solution will turn greenish-yellow. The color of the solution changes in response to the changes in the hydrogen ion concentration. The equation for pH is pH=-log[H+]. A pH indicator measures whether a substance, usually a liquid, is acidic or basic. When the indicator comes in contact with the substance, the indicator’s color corresponds to the substance’s approximate change. Hypothesis: If I test the pH of household items with the red cabbage, then the solution will undergo a physical change. Household Liquid | Color Guess | Approximate pH Guess | Apple Cider Vinegar | Purple | 3 | Mouthwash | Green | 9 | Baking Soda | Green | 11 | Cream of Tartar | Red | 2 | Detergent | Violet | 6 | Lemon Juice | Red | 2 | Denture Cleaner | Blue | 8 | Materials: * * (1) Red/Purple Cabbage * Boiling Water * Pan * Strainer * Large Container * 7 Bowls or Cups * Spoons * Lemon Juice * Apple Cider Vinegar * Mouthwash * Cream of Tartar * Baking Soda * Detergent * Denture Cleaner Tablet Procedure: 1. Cut and dice about half of the cabbage and place into a pan with water. 2. Heat the water until it boils and creates a purple liquid. 3. Strain the cabbage and place liquid in a container. 4. Label the 7 cups/bowls with the liquid you will place in it. (Ex: Vinegar, Lemon Juice, etc.) 5. Pour about ¼ cup of each liquid into the respective cup except for the cream of tartar,

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