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NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)

Which statement explains the increase in stability of oxoacids of chlorine in the given order (HClO 2 3 4 )?

Options

  1. AOxygen atoms attached to chlorine are more electronegative. The number of oxygen atom attached to chlorine inc
  2. BOxygen atoms attached to chlorine are more electronegative. The number of chlorine atoms attached to oxygen in
  3. CThe concentration of hydrogen ions increases.
  4. DThe size of the chlorine atom decreases.

Correct answer

A. Oxygen atoms attached to chlorine are more electronegative. The number of oxygen atom attached to chlorine inc

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Oxygen atoms attached to chlorine are more electronegative. The number of oxygen atom attached to chlorine increases

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