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Chemistry Question on Equilibrium

The correct order of acid strength is

A

HClO < HClO2 < HClO3 < HClO4

B

HClO4 < HClO< HClO2 < HClO3

C

HClO2 < HClO3 < HClO4 < HClO

D

HClO4 < HClO3 < HClO2 < HClO

Answer

HClO < HClO2 < HClO3 < HClO4

Explanation

Solution

The correct ranking of acid potency is:
HClO + HClO2, + HClO3, + HClO4 (acidity and oxidation number)
+1 +3 +5 +7

Therefore, option A is correct.