Which of the following should have the lowest bond strength?
A)HOI
B)HOCl
C)HOAt
D)HOBr

Name: Which of the following should have the lowest bond strength? A)HOI B)HOCl C)HOAt D)HOBr
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Bond strength generally decreases as the size or electronegativity of the halogen increases. Since chlorine is smaller and less electronegative than iodine, HOCl should have the lowest bond strength among the given options.

Which of the Following Should Have the Lowest Bond Strength