What trend in atomic properties best explains the increase in acidic strength of hydrogen halides (HX) going up the Periodic Table?

A.
Decrease electronegativity stronger bases
B.
Decrease atomic mass stable molecules
C.
Increase bond strength weaker acids
D.
Increase metallic character less acidic
Chemistry
AP
College Board
Exam No:AP Chemistry Problem Set 1 Year:2024 Question No:APChemistry2024AP0054

Answer:

A

Knowledge points:

1.7 Periodic Trends

Solution:

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