What is the first step in the reaction of dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes by heating with concentrated $H_2SO_4$?

  • A
    Formation of ester
  • B
    Protonation of alcohol molecule
  • C
    Formation of carbocation
  • D
    Dehydration

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