Question:

Which of the following orders are correct for the stated property?

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For oxyacids of the same central atom: More oxygen atoms $\Rightarrow$ stronger acid. Hence: \[ HClO_4>HClO_3>HClO_2>HOCl \]
Updated On: Jun 22, 2026
  • I, II only
  • II, III only
  • I, III only
  • I, II, III \bigskip
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Concept: The question involves trends in thermal stability, bond strength and acidity. These trends arise from changes in bond length, bond strength and oxidation state.

Step 1:
Check Statement I.
Thermal stability of hydrogen halides depends on H--X bond strength. As we move down the group: \[ F \rightarrow Cl \rightarrow Br \rightarrow I \] bond length increases and bond strength decreases. Therefore: \[ HF>HCl>HBr>HI \] Thus Statement I is correct.

Step 2:
Check Statement II.
Bond dissociation enthalpy of hydrides of Group 16 decreases down the group because atomic size increases. Hence: \[ H_2O>H_2S>H_2Se>H_2Te \] Therefore Statement II is correct.

Step 3:
Check Statement III.
For oxyacids of chlorine: \[ HOCl,\ HClO_2,\ HClO_3,\ HClO_4 \] Acidity increases with oxidation state of chlorine. Oxidation states: \[ +1,\ +3,\ +5,\ +7 \] Therefore: \[ HClO_4>HClO_3>HClO_2>HOCl \] Hence Statement III is also correct.

Step 4:
Final conclusion.
All three statements are correct. \[ \boxed{\text{I, II and III}} \]
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