Bromothymol Blue Is a Common Acid-Base Indicator

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Short Answer

Bromothymol blue is a common acid-base indicator. It has a K_a equal to 1.6 * 10^-7. Its un-ionized form is yellow and its conjugate base is blue. What color would a solution have at pH = 5.8?

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