The differences in the properties of the first member of a group from those of the other members are due to
(i) the smaller size of atom.
(ii) presence of one inner shell of two electrons and
(iii) absence of d – orbitals.
Salicylic acid is a stronger acid than benzoic acid. It is due to the fact that in salicylate ion (conjugate base of salicylic acid) intram...
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