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Which of the following is the most potent acid?

Which of the following is the most potent acid? Correct Answer Trichloro acetic acid

The correct answer is Trichloroacetic acid.

  • Trichloro acetic acid is the most potent acid in the given alternative, as it has three chlorine atoms attached, which increases the induction effect.
  • It is an analogue of acetic acid in which the three hydrogen atoms of the methyl group have all been replaced by chlorine atoms.
  • Salts and esters of trichloroacetic acid are called trichloroacetates.
  • The greater the induction effect, the greater the strength of the acid.

Key Points

  • Molecular Formula:- C2HCl3O2 
  • Molecular Weight:- 163.38 g/mol

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