NEETChemistryIonic Equilibrium
In a group of the periodic table, how does the size of atom A affect H-A bond strength and acid strength?
Options
- ALarger size of A leads to stronger H-A bond and stronger acid.
- BLarger size of A leads to weaker H-A bond and stronger acid.
- CLarger size of A has no effect on H-A bond strength and acid strength.
- DLarger size of A leads to stronger H-A bond and weaker acid.
Correct answer
B. Larger size of A leads to weaker H-A bond and stronger acid.
Step-by-step solution
In a group of the periodic table, as the size of atom A increases down the group, the H-A bond strength decreases, leading to stronger acids.