Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 265
Question: Which of the following is the most suitable method for removing the traces of water from ethanol
[CPMT 1999]
Options:
A) Heating with Na metal
B) Passing dry HCl through it
C) Distilling it down
D) Reacting with Mg metal
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Traces of water from ethanol is removed by reacting with Mg metal.
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