Which is the stronger base, ClO4 - or C6H5NH2?
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ClO4- is a conjugate base of a strong acid (perchloric acid, HClO4), while C6H5NH2 (aniline) is a weak base itself. In general, the conjugate base of a strong acid is a weak base, and a weak base is stronger than the conjugate base of a strong acid. Show more…
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