Question

Conc sulphutic acid is poured over cane sugar? What is the observation

Answer 1

Addition of conc. sulphric acid to cane sugar :

conc. sulphuric acid acts as a dehydrating agent, thereby removing water (in the form of steam) and leaving behind black spongy mass of carbon.

C12H22O11 + conc.H2SO4 ⇒ 12C + 11H2O

Answer 2

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☑️ gives a black spongy mass of carbon which is called sugar charcoal.