MCQ
The charring of sugar, when treated with conc. ${H_2}S{O_4},$ is due to
  • A
    Oxidation
  • B
    Reduction
  • Dehydration
  • D
    Hydrolysis

Answer

Correct option: C.
Dehydration
c
(c)Charring of sugar, when it is treated with sulphuric acid $({H_2}S{O_4})$ is due to dehydration. In this reaction water is removed from the sugar.

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