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Tetrahydroxy ethane loses two water molecules to form

Correct answer: A. Glyoxal

  • A. Glyoxal
  • B. Oxalic acid
  • C. Acetylene
  • D. Methane

Explanation

When Tetrahydroxy ethane loses two water molecules, it forms C2H2O2, which is Glyoxal. The correct answer is Glyoxal. The other options, Oxalic acid, Acetylene, and Methane, do not align with the product formed due to differences in molecular composition and structure.

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