Q. The correct order of acidic strengths of the carboxylic acids is
A) Formic acid < benzoic acid < acetic acid
B) Formic acid < acetic acid < benzoic acid
C) Acetic acid < formic acid < benzoic acid
D) Acetic acid < benzoic acid < formic acid
Explanation
(d)
Acidic strength is the tendency to give $H^{+}\$ions. The correct order of acidic strength of given acids is
$CH_{3}COOH < C_{6}H_{5}COOH < HCOOH$
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.