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Which of the following is the strongest acid in aqueous solution?

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The strength of an acid in aqueous solution depends on its ability to dissociate and release hydrogen ions (H\(^+\)).
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
  • \( \text{HCl} \)
  • \( \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \)
  • \( \text{HNO}_3 \)
  • \( \text{HF} \)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Sulfuric acid (\( \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \)), a strong acid, fully dissociates in water to yield two protons (H\(^+\)). It exhibits greater acidity than hydrochloric acid (\( \text{HCl} \)) or nitric acid (\( \text{HNO}_3 \)), which are also strong acids but only undergo single dissociation. Hydrofluoric acid (\( \text{HF} \)), classified as a weak acid, does not dissociate completely due to hydrogen bonding.Consequently, \( \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \) is the most acidic in aqueous environments. Option (2) is therefore the correct selection.
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