In the synthesis of dibenzalacetone, what is the purpose of swirling the flask for 20 mins? It makes the benzaldehyde more electrophilic It removes the excess acetone in the mixture. It prevents the formation of side products It allows for the evaporation of ethanol, leaving water as solvent where the product is insoluble.

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