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In the reaction of acidic dehydration of alcohols, what role does the concentrated sulfuric acid play?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A It acts as a catalyst.
  • B It acts as a reducing agent.
  • C It acts as an oxidizing agent.
  • D It acts as a dehydrating agent.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: It acts as a dehydrating agent.
Concentrated sulfuric acid plays the role of a dehydrating agent in the acidic dehydration of alcohols, promoting the removal of water from the alcohol molecules.

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