What is the end product of the following sequence of operations?
$CaC_2$ $\xrightarrow{H_2O} A$ $\xrightarrow[Hg^{2+}]{dil. H_2SO_4} B$ $\xrightarrow[H_2]{Ni} C$

  • A
    Methyl alcohol
  • B
    Acetaldehyde
  • C
    $C_2H_5OH$
  • D
    $C_2H_4$

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