Which One of the Following Is the Strongest Acid? Explain

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is the strongest acid? Explain your choice.

• A)2,3-dimethylheptanoic acid
• B)3,3-dichlorohexanoic acid
• C)4-bromo-3-iodohexanoic acid
• D)4-bromo-3-chloroheptanoic acid
• E)4-bromo-2-fluorohexanoic acid

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Definitions:

Chemical Formula

A notation that uses chemical symbols and numbers to represent the composition of a compound, indicating the types and numbers of atoms involved.

Lye

Lye refers to a strong alkaline solution, particularly of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or potassium hydroxide (KOH), used in cleaning, soap making, and food preparation.

pH

A scale that measures the acidity or alkalinity of a solution, where 7 is neutral, values below 7 are acidic, and values above 7 are alkaline.

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