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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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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Reaction**: Ethanol (C2H5OH) is heated with concentrated sulfuric acid (H2SO4) at 443 K. The concentrated sulfuric acid acts as a dehydrating agent. 2. **Dehydration Process**: When ethanol is heated with concentrated sulfuric acid, the acid removes a water molecule (H2O) from ethanol. This process is known as dehydration. ...
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