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Which of the following alcohols gives the best yield of dialkyl ether on being heated with a trace of sulphuric acid ?

A

2- pentanol

B

2-Methly-2-butanol

C

1-Pentanol

D

2-Propanol

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The correct Answer is:
C
Primary alcohos readily form ether when heated with conc. `H_2SO_4`.
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