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The halogens form oxoacids with different amounts of oxygen. Explain why $\mathrm{HClO}_{4}$ is a stronger acid than $\mathrm{HClO}_{2}$.
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First, we need to understand what makes an acid strong. A strong acid is one that readily donates its proton (H+) to a base. In other words, the strength of an acid depends on the stability of the anion formed after the proton is donated. Show more…
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