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Which of the following it the most stable acid ?A. `CH_(2)(F) COOH`B. `CH_(2)(Br) COOH`C. `CH_(2)(Cl) COOH`D. `CH_(2)(I) COOH` |
Answer» Correct Answer - D Electron withdrawing groups or atoms increase the strength of acid. More the elec tron withdrawing power, more the strength of acid. In halogens electron withdrawing power is , ` F gt Cl gt Br Gt I`. Hence, `CH_(2)ICOOH` is stable acid. |
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