Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040039
Why can concentrated sulfuric acid be considered a dehydrating agent when used with ethanol?
1
It replaces ethanol entirely
2
It absorbs water produced
3
It forms ethanol
4
It does not participate in the reaction
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. It absorbs water produced
Solution:
Concentrated sulfuric acid absorbs the water produced during the dehydration of ethanol, thus acting as a dehydrating agent. The other options misrepresent its role in the reaction.
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