engineering chemistry MCQ #143

The reaction of ethanol with conc. H2SO4 at 170°C gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #143

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of ethanol with conc. H2SO4 at 170°C gives

    • A) Ethene
    • B) Diethyl ether
    • C) Ethyl hydrogen sulfate
    • D) None of these

    Answer: Ethene

    Explanation: At 170°C, ethanol undergoes dehydration in the presence of conc. H2SO4 to form ethene.