The Following Acids Are Listed in Order of Decreasing Acid

question 43

Multiple Choice

The following acids are listed in order of decreasing acid strength in water.HI > HNO₂ > CH₃COOH > HClO > HCN
According to Brønsted-Lowry theory, which of the following ions is the weakest base?

• A) ClO^-
• B) NO₂^-
• C) CH₃COO^-
• D) I^-
• E) CN^-

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