Acid Strength Increases in the Series: HCN < HF

question 54

Multiple Choice

Acid strength increases in the series: HCN < HF < HSO₄^-. Which of these species is the strongest base?

• A)H₂SO₄
• B)SO₄^2-
• C)F^-
• D)CN ^-
• E)HSO₄^-

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