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The catalyst used to convert alcohols directly into gasoline (a mixture of hydrocarbons) is

  1. Afinely divided iron
  2. BZSM-5, a zeolite
  3. CRaney nickel
  4. D

Answer: B

ZSM-5 is a shape-selective zeolite catalyst which converts alcohols into hydrocarbons (gasoline) via dehydration inside its pores.
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