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Interpretation: The reagent for the given conversion is to be interpreted as dilute sulfuric acid or concentrated sulfuric acid.
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Interpretation: The reagent for the given conversion is to be interpreted as dilute sulfuric acid or concentrated sulfuric acid.
Concept introduction:
Alkenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons with at least one double bond between the carbon atoms. The presence of pi bonds in these molecules makes them more reactive compared to saturated hydrocarbons; alkanes. The stability of alkenes depends on the substituted groups.
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