HF is a weaker acid than HCl why?...

HF is a weaker acid than `HCl` why?

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Since `H-F` bond is strongest, hence it is weakest acid among all the halogen acids.

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HF is a weaker acid than HI because

A

H-F bond is stronger than HI bond

B

fluorine is more electronegative than iodine

C

of the presence of hydrogen bonds in HF

D

fluorine is a stronger base as compared to iodine.

Which of the following is weaksr acid than benzoic acid ?

A

p- Chlorobenzoic acid

B

p- Nitrobenzoic acid

C

p- Hydroxybenzoic acid.

D

m- Nitrobenzoic acid.

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