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Alcohols, Phenols And Ethers

Question
CBSEENCH12008383

Discuss the Williamson's synthesis for the preparation of ethers.

Solution

Williamson's important method laboratory method for the preparation of symmetrical and unsymmetrical ethers. In this method, an alkyl halide is allowed to react with sodium alkoxide.
R-x +R-O-Na ---> R-O-R' +NaX