Chapter 16, Problem 16.10QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Relative acid strengths of given compounds has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction: An compound which has hydrogen bonded to a non-metallic atom is known as binary acid.  The strength of binary acid depends upon the strength of the bond formed between hydrogen and the non-metallic atom.  The weaker the bond between hydrogen and non-metallic atom, the more strong the binary acid will be.  The strength of binary acid increases down the group when the non-metallic atoms forms the binary acid.  This is because the bond becomes weak and hence ${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$ can be easily cleaved from it.

To Predict: The relative acid strength of the given compounds.