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

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

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(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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