Why H2S is more acidic than H2O?

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2026-04-25 16:55

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Because S has a larger atomic radius than O, the conjugate base of hydrogen sulphide is more stable than the conjugate base of water. S is more polarizable. Also, SH- is a much weaker base than OH- (a strong base).

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