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Class 10 - Science - CHAPTER 2: Acids, Bases and Salts - Multiple Choice Questions
Question 8

Question. 8

Which of the following gives the correct increasing order of acidic strength?

(a)

Water < Acetic acid < Hydrochloric acid

(b)

Water < Hydrochloric acid < Acetic acid

(c)

Acetic acid < Water < Hydrochloric acid

(d)

Hydrochloric acid < Water < Acetic acid

Detailed Answer with Explanation:

Steps: Compare strengths: water (neutral) < weak acid (acetic) < strong acid (HCl). So option (a).