C\(_2\)H\(_5\)OH(aq) → Y If the above reaction takes place in conc. H\(_2\)SO\(_4\) at 180\(^0\)C, Y...

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C\(_2\)H\(_5\)OH(aq) → Y
If the above reaction takes place in conc. H\(_2\)SO\(_4\) at 180\(^0\)C, Y represents

A. CH₄
B. C₂H₅COOH
C. C₂H₄
D. CH₃OCH₃

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Dehydration of ethanol is the process of removing water from ethanol to produce ethene, CH\(_2\)=CH\(_2\). This process can be achieved by heating ethanol with concentrated sulphuric acid H\(_2\)SO\(_4\)

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