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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What is the name given to the reaction where an alcohol is converted to an alkene by removing water?
Options
A hydrogenation
B hydration
C dehydration
Correct Answer
D esterification
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Dehydration (elimination of water) converts an alcohol to an alkene, usually with acid and heat.

Hint

Elimination reaction.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 57 of 1999
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