Rectified spirit can be converted into Absolute alcohol by distilling with?
A
NaCO3
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B
Mg(OC2H5)2
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C
CaO
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D
Both 2 & 3
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Solution
The correct option is CCaO In the laboratory, Absolute alcohol is prepared by keeping the rectified spirit in contact with calculated amount of quick lime (CaO) for a few hours and then refluxing and distilling it.