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HI is stronger than HF in acidic strength why?

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HI is stronger than HF in acidic strength why? 

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In HI, iodine is less electronegative and it has large size. Therefore, bonding between hydrogen and iodide is weaker. It will easily split in comparision of HF. Due to more liberation of H+ ions, HI is stronger acid.

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