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What gas is evolved when CH₃CH₂OH reacts with SOCl₂ in the presence of pyridine to form CH₃CH₂Cl ?

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Explanation

SOCl₂ with pyridine converts ethanol to ethyl chloride, releasing SO₂ and HCl gases; SO₂ is the key gaseous byproduct.