Without using numerical equilibrium constants

CHEMISTRY · Subjective · A Level · Chemistry · Carboxylic acids and derivatives · Carboxylic acids and derivatives

Problem

Without using numerical equilibrium constants, explain which of the following is the stronger acid in water and give a brief reason: formic acid (HCOOH) or acetic acid (CH

_3

COOH). Your response should be one or two sentences.

Related theory

Carboxylic Acids
Acidic character of acids
Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Properties and Reactions of Carboxylic Acids

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