When soap is scrubbed on a stain of curry on a white cloth,why does it become reddish-brown,and why does it turn yellow again when the cloth is washed with plenty of water?

  • A
    Soap reacts with turmeric to form a new compound.
  • B
    Turmeric acts as a natural acid-base indicator.
  • C
    The soap is acidic in nature.
  • D
    The water neutralizes the soap.

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