Question

The acidic strength of the given compounds follows the order

(a) II > III > I

(b) III > II > I

(c) II > I > III

(d) I > II > III

Answer 1

The acidic strength of the given compounds follows the order is  I > II > III.

Explanation:

As -I effect increases, COOH group becomes more electron deficient and tendency to loose H⁺ ions increases i.e., acid strength increases. As +I effect increases. acid strength decreases. Thus, correct order of acid strength is I > II > III

Comments

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