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Which is the most acidic oxide?

A
Cl2O
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Cl2O3
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C
Cl2O5
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D
Cl2O7
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Solution

The correct option is D Cl2O7
The oxidation state of chlorine in each option is 1, 3, 5 and 7

Since greater the oxidation state greater the acidic strength.

So the answer is the oxide having the highest oxidation of chlorine.

Option D is correct.

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