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The heats of neutralisation of CH\(_3\)COOH, HCOOH, HCN and H\(_2\)S are \(-13.2, -13.4, -2.9\) and \(-3.8\) kcal per equivalent respectively. Arrange the acids in increasing order of acidic strength.

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Strong acids release more heat during neutralization.
Updated On: Apr 13, 2026
  • HCOOH > CH\(_3\)COOH > H\(_2\)S > HCN
  • CH\(_3\)COOH > HCOOH > H\(_2\)S > HCN
  • H\(_2\)S > HCOOH > CH\(_3\)COOH > HCN
  • HCOOH > H\(_2\)S > CH\(_3\)COOH > HCN
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The Correct Option is B

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