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Arrannge the following is order of decreasing acid strength: `CH_(3)OH,H_(2)O,C_(6)H_(5)OH`

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To determine the order of decreasing acid strength for the compounds CH₃OH (methanol), H₂O (water), and C₆H₅OH (phenol), we need to analyze their conjugate bases and their stability. Here’s a step-by-step solution: ### Step 1: Identify the Acids We have three compounds: 1. CH₃OH (methanol) 2. H₂O (water) 3. C₆H₅OH (phenol) ...
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