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What happens when - (Write only balanced chemical equation):
Ethanol reacts with excess of concentrated \( H_2SO_4 \) at 160°C to 170°C

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Ethanol undergoes dehydration in the presence of concentrated \( H_2SO_4 \) to form ethene.
Updated On: Nov 10, 2025
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\[ C_2H_5OH \xrightarrow{\text{conc. } H_2SO_4, 170^\circ C} C_2H_4 + H_2O \]
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