NEETChemistry-Acids and Bases
NEET Chemistry Acid Strength MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Mark the correct order of decreasing acid strength of the following compounds.
A
(v) > (iv) > (i) > (ii) > (iii)
B
(ii) > (iv) > (i) > (iii) > (v)
C
(iv) > (v) > (iii) > (ii) > (i)
D
(v) > (i) > (iii) > (ii) > (i)
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The presence of electron-withdrawing groups increases acid strength. Compound (v) has the most electron-withdrawing groups.
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