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

D) Reacting with Mg

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Traces of water from ethanol is removed by reacting with Mg metal.