Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

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Chapter 15 - Sections 15.1-15.12 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 748: 119a

Answer

$H_2SO_4$ is the stronger oxyacid.

Work Step by Step

- $H_2SO_4$ and $H_2SO_3$ have the same central atom: $S$; Therefore, the difference here will be the number of oxygen connected to the central atom. $H_2SO_4$ has 4 oxygen. $H_2SO_3$ has 3 oxygen. So: $H_2SO_4$ is more acidic.
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