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Carbohydrate Dehydration Demonstrations

Discusses the impact of various factors on the "charring reaction" of a carbohydrate with concentrated sulfuric acid including the type of sugar, the degree of fineness of the sugar crystals, and the amount of water added. (JRH)

Article, 1995
Journal of Chemical Education, 72, Oct 1995, 927
1995