Which of the following compounds would have the smallest value for $$p{K_a}?$$
A.
$$CH{F_2}C{H_2}C{H_2}COOH$$
B.
$$C{H_3}C{H_2}C{F_2}COOH$$
C.
$$C{H_2}FCHFC{H_2}COOH$$
D.
$$C{H_3}C{F_2}C{H_2}COOH$$
Answer :
$$C{H_3}C{H_2}C{F_2}COOH$$
Solution :
$$-F$$ is a strong electron withdrawing group. Electron withdrawing group present nearer to the $$-COOH$$ group has more acidic strength, hence low $$p{K_a}$$ value.
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