When a compound X is heated with concentrated tetraoxosulphate(VI)acid, it produces an alkene. X is an
- Alkane
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Alkanol
- Alkanoate
- Alkyne
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
When alcohol reacts with concentrated sulphuric acid, H\(_2\)SO\(_4\), it undergoes a dehydration reaction that removes water molecules. The reaction can produce alkenes or ethers, depending on the conditions.
Concentrated sulfuric acid is a strong oxidizing agent that absorbs water. It removes the hydroxyl (OH) group from the alcohol carbon atom and a hydrogen atom from an adjacent carbon atom.
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Alkenes: The reaction can produce alkenes, such as ethene, C\(_2\)H\(_4\), when the alcohol loses water molecules.
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Ethers: The reaction can produce Ethers, such as diethyl ether, when two alcohol molecules are dehydrated.