Oxygen is more electronegative than sulphur,yet $H_2S$ is acidic in nature while $H_2O$ is neutral. This is because:
- A$H_2S$ molecules are associated due to inter-molecular $H$-bonding
- B$H_2O$ has a higher boiling point than $H_2S$
- C$H-S$ bond is weaker than $O-H$ bond
- D$H_2S$ is a gas at ordinary temperature while $H_2O$ is a liquid
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