What is the role of sulfuric acid in the dehydration of alcohols?

A. Oxidizing agent
B. Reducing agent
C. Catalyst
D. Solvent

Answer: Catalyst

Additional Information: Sulfuric acid acts as a catalyst in the dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes.

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