The acid anhydride that will produce weak acid in water is
-
A.
SO3 -
B.
NO2 -
C.
SO2 -
D.
CO2
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
H2CO3 is an example of a weak acid while H2SO4 and HNO3 are examples of a strong acid.
CO2 combines with water to give a weak trioxocarbonate (IV) acid.
CO2 + H2O → H2CO3
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