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In the addition of water to alkenes with concentrated sulfuric acid, what is the role of the concentrated sulfuric acid beyond serving as a dehydrating agent?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A It provides oxygen for the reaction.
  • B It acts as a reducing agent.
  • C It serves as a catalyst.
  • D It initiates radical reactions.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: It serves as a catalyst.
Concentrated sulfuric acid serves as a catalyst in addition to its role as a dehydrating agent in this reaction.

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