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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Answer:
Correct Answer: 54. (a)
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:
