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Why is `N_(2)O_(5)` more acidic than `N_(2)O_(3)` ?

Answer» Both these oxides dissovle in water to form acids.
`N_(2)O_(3)+H_(2)O overset(+5) to 2HNO_(2)`
`N_(2)O_(5)+H_(2)O ot 2HNO_(3)`
`N_(2)O_(5)` is more acidic because the oxidation state of nitrogen `(+5)` is more than in `N_(2)O_(3) (+3)`. Greater the oxidation state of the central atom, more is the acidic strength of the oxide.


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