The following reaction is an example of
`H-underset("Ethanol")(underset(H)underset(|)overset(H)overset(| beta)(C)-underset(OH)underset(|)overset(H)overset(| alpha)(C))-Hunderset(Delta)overset(Conc. H_(2)SO_(4))rarr underset("Ethene")(CH_(2)==)CH_(2)+H_(2)O`
A. oxidation reaction
B. reduction reaction
C. `alpha`- eliminaiton reaction
D. `beta`-elimination reaction

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Correct Answer - D
This reaction is the example of `beta`-elimination reaction since-OH group takes out one hydrogen atom from the `beta`-carbon atom.

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