The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Which is stronger acid, HClO4 or HIO4? And why?
Can you explain what makes an acid strong or weak?
Sure, the strength of an acid is determined by its ability to donate a proton. The more easily an acid can donate a proton, the stronger it is. This ability depends on the stability of the resulting conjugate base, as well as the strength of the bond between the hydrogen and the other atom in the acid molecule.