The function of conc. H2SO4 in the esterification of ethanoic acid with ethanol is to
serve as a dehydrating agent
serve as a solvent
act as a catalyst
prevent any side reaction
serve as an oxidizing agent
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Dear scholars, Please note that this question is incomplete, it's supposed to be "the primary function" because of course as you know H2SO4 has 2 functions in the reaction, As a catalyst and as a drying agent(options A and C)
The primary function is As a catalyst, so anywhere you see this question always pick as a catalyst, unless you're asked for the "Secondary or Subsequent function" which is as a drying agent.
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It acts as a catalyst becos it only alters the reaction but it still remains unchanged in d reaction
(ii) The concentrated H2SO4 acts as a catalyst and a dehydrating agent and helps in the removal of water formed in the reaction between alcohol and carboxylic acid.
