pBlock ElementsII 1 Question 59
54. Statement I $\mathrm{HNO}{3}$ is a stronger acid than $\mathrm{HNO}{2}$.
Statement II In $\mathrm{HNO}{3}$, there are two nitrogen to oxygen bonds whereas in $\mathrm{HNO}{2}$ there is only one.
(1998, 2M)
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Solution:
- Both Statement I and Statement II are true and Statement II explains the Statement I appropriately. Nitrate ion $\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}^{-}\right)$is more stable than nitrite ion:
