Chemistry-Preparation
NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
What is the main product when ethanol is dehydrated at 443 K in the presence of sulfuric acid?
A
Ethene
B
Ethoxyethane
C
Propene
D
Butene
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Ethanol is dehydrated to ethene when subjected to sulfuric acid at 443 K, as stated in the NCERT context. This highlights the temperature's influence on the reaction product formed during dehydration.
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