Which of the following is a strong acid? | CHEMISTRY - ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS | SolveeIt | Solveeit

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Question

Which of the following is a strong acid?

A

$HClO_{4}$

B

$HBrO_{4}$

C

$HlO_{4}$

D

$HNO_{3}$

Answer

$HClO_{4}$

Explanation

Solution

The acidic character of oxy acids decreases down the group and increases along the period. Also acidity increases with increases in oxidation number of central atom.