Based on molecular structure, arrange each of the following sets of molecules in order of increasing acidity. Explain your answer for each in one or two complete sentences. (9 pt)
a) H2Te, HI, H2S and NaH
least acidic < < < most acidic
Explain:
b) HClO3, HIO3 and HBrO3
least acidic < < most acidic
Explain:
c) HClO, HClO2, HClO3 and HClO4
least acidic < < < most acidic
Explain:
2) Arrange the following in order of increasing basicity, and explain your answer (3 pts)
ClO- , ClO2- , ClO3- and ClO4-
least basic < < < most basic
Explain: