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Which reagent dehydrates an alcohol to an alkene?
ASodium metal pieces
BDilute NaCl solution
CAqueous KOH solution
DConcentrated H2SO4
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Concentrated H2SO4
A protic acid such as conc. H2SO4 or H3PO4 removes water from the alcohol.
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