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In the reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid, what is the role of concentrated sulfuric acid?
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersNEET
Options:
  • A It acts as a catalyst.
  • B It acts as a base.
  • C It neutralises the acid.
  • D It removes water formed during the reaction.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: It removes water formed during the reaction.
Concentrated sulfuric acid is used to remove water formed during the reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid.

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