HO3Cl

Definition

HO3Cl represents bromic acid, an even stronger oxyacid containing both bromine and oxygen atoms. It has applications in organic synthesis and as a reagent for analytical chemistry.

Related terms

Bromate ion (O3Br⁻): The conjugate base of bromic acid, which is more stable and less acidic.

HClO4 (perchloric acid): A stronger oxyacid than bromic acid, formed when chlorine tetroxide dissolves in water.

HIO4 (periodic acid): The strongest among these oxyacids, resulting from iodine pentoxide dissolving in water.