The following acids are listed in order of decreasing acid strength in water.HI > HNO₂ > CH₃COOH > HClO > HCN
According to Brønsted-Lowry theory, which of the following ions is the weakest base?

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According to the Brønsted-Lowry theory, the strength of a base is inversely related to the strength of its conjugate acid. Since HI is the strongest acid listed, its conjugate base, I⁻, is the weakest base among the options provided.

The Following Acids Are Listed in Order of Decreasing Acid