Rank following acids with increasing $pK_a$ value (smallest first). HIO HClO4 HBrO4 HBrO3 HIO2
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pKa is a measure of the acidity of an acid. The lower the pKa value, the stronger the acid. So, when ranking the acids in increasing pKa value, we are essentially ranking them from weakest to strongest acid. Now, let's compare the acids: HIO: This is hypoiodous Show more…
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