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Ethene is formed when ethanol at 443 K is heated with excess of concentrated sulphuric acid. What is the role of acid in the this reaction ? Write the balanced chemical equation of this reaction.

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Concentrated sulphuric acid acts as a dehydrating agent in the reaction. Ethene is formed as the product.
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