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Give an equation to show the reaction of ethene with water in the presence of sulphuric acid.

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This is a reversible reaction and sulphuric acid acts like a catalyst and ethanol is produced.

Give an equation to show the reaction of ethene with water in the presence of sulphuric-example-1
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