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Alcohols, Phenols And Ethers

Question
CBSEENCH12008034

Write the reactions of Williamson synthesis of 2-ethoxy-3-methylpentane starting from ethanol and 3-methyl pentan-2-ol.

Solution

It is an important laboratory method for the preparation of symmetrical and unsymmetrical ethers. In this method, an alkyl halide is allowed to react with sodium alkoxide.