Question

Assertion (A): H\(_2\)SO\(_4\) acts as a base in the presence of perchloric acid.
Reason (R): Ortho phosphoric acid is a weaker acid than H\(_2\)SO\(_4\). (Assume equal concentration in all cases)

• A. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are wrong
• C. A is wrong but R is correct
• D. Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A

Hint:

A species can act as base even if it is an acid, when placed in presence of a stronger acid.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D