Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Ques 51

51. The reaction

is called :

[2015]

(a) Williamson continuous etherification process

(b) Etard reaction

(c) Gatterman-Koch reaction

(d) Williamson Synthesis

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Solution:

  1. (d) Williamson synthesis is one of the best methods for the preparation of symmetrical and unsymmetrical ethers. In this method, an alkyl halide is allowed to react with sodium alkoxide.


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