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The reaction between an alkyl halide and an alkoxide ion to give an ether is

The Reaction Between An Alkyl Halide And An Alkoxide Ion Chemistry Question

The reaction between an alkyl halide and an alkoxide ion to give an ether is known as

Options

(a) Clemmensen’s reduction
(b) Williamson’s synthesis
(c) Wurtz reaction
(d) Fitting reaction

Correct Answer:

Williamson’s synthesis

Explanation:

Both symmetrical and unsymmetrical types of ethers are prepared by heating alkyl halides with appropriate alkoxide and phenoxides. The method is known as Williamson’s synthesis. R – ONa + R’X →ROR’ + NaX.

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Topics: Haloalkenes and Haloarenes (78)
Subject: Chemistry (2512)

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