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Among the given anions, the strongest Bronsted base isA.CIO–B.CIO2–C.CIO3–D.CIO4–

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Among the given anions, the strongest Bronsted base isA.CIO–B.CIO2–C.CIO3–D.CIO4–

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The strength of a Bronsted base is determined by its ability to accept a proton. In this case, we are comparing different anions of Chlorine (Cl).

The anions are ClO–, ClO2–, ClO3–, and ClO4–.

The strength of the base increases with the number of oxygen atoms. This is because oxygen is highly electronegative and can stabilize the negative charge on the anion by dispersing it over a larger volume.

Therefore, among the given anions, the strongest Bronsted base is ClO4– (Option D).

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