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Explain the classification of acids based on their basicity.

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1. Monobasic Acid:
The acid that contains only one replaceable hydrogen atom per molecule is called monobasic acid. It gives one hydrogen ion per molecule of the acid in solutions.

Example: HCl, HNO3.

2. Dibasic Acid:
An acid which gives two hydrogen ions per molecule of the acid in solution.

Example: H2SO4, H2CO3

3. Tribasic Acid:
An acid which gives three hydrogen ions per molecule of the acid in solution.
Example: H3PO4.

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