Chemistry-Preparation
NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
What is the main product formed when ethanol is dehydrated in the presence of sulphuric acid at 413 K?
A
Ethoxyethane
B
Ethene
C
Acetic acid
D
Methanol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, ethanol is dehydrated to form ethoxyethane in the presence of sulphuric acid at 413 K. This involves a nucleophilic bimolecular reaction.
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