Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 72
Question: Williamson synthesis of ether is an example of:
Options:
A) Nucleophilic addition
B) Electrophilic addition
C) Electrophilic substitution
D) Nucleophilic substitution
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] This method is suitable for the preparation of a wide variety of unsymmetrical ethers. The nucleophilic substitution of halides with alkoxide leads to desired product.
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