Consider the following reaction for the given image

 The product formed in the reaction is :

Reaction Analysis:

• The given compound contains two hydroxyl groups (-OH) in a cycloalkane system.
• The reaction occurs in the presence of concentrated H₂SO₄ under heat (Δ).

Mechanism:

1. Dehydration Reaction:
   • Concentrated H₂SO₄ acts as a dehydrating agent, promoting the elimination of water molecules.
   • This leads to the formation of a double bond (alkene) from the removal of -OH and adjacent hydrogen atoms.
2. Possible Products:
   • Depending on the position of the double bond and the stereochemistry, multiple alkene products are possible.
   • The reaction follows Zaitsev's rule, favoring the formation of the more substituted and stable alkene.

Products

1. Formation of a single double bond between two adjacent carbon of the ring.
2. Double bond placement may occur in different positions, resulting in structural isomers.