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In terms of acidic strength, which one of the following is in the correct increasing order?
1. Water < Acetic acid < Hydrochloric acid
2. Hydrochloric acid < Water < Acetic acid
3. Acetic acid < Water < Hydrochloric acid
4. Water < Hydrochloric acid < Acetic acid

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Correct Answer - Option 1 : Water < Acetic acid < Hydrochloric acid

The correct answer is Water < Acetic acid < Hydrochloric acid.

  • The increasing order of acidic strength can be represented by Water < Acetic acid < Hydrochloric acid.
  • Water(pure) is neither acidic nor basic, it is a neutral solution.
    • The pH of water is 7.
    • Water exists in solid, liquid, and vapour forms.
  • Acetic acid is a weak acid.
    • It is also called ethanoic acid.
    • It is found in free state in the juices of various fruits and vinegar.
    • Acetic acid is used as an antiseptic.
  • Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid.
    • It helps for digestion.
    • It is an acid without oxygen.
    • It is used in the tanning and printing industry.

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