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Anisole can be prepared by the action of methyl iodide on sodium phenate. The reaction is called
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersCOMEDKCOMEDK 2017
Options:
  • A Wurtz's reaction
  • B Williamson's reaction
  • C Fittig's reaction
  • D Etard's reaction
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The correct answer is: Williamson's reaction
Anisole can be prepared by action of methyl iodide on sodium phenate. The reaction is called Williamson's reaction. It is used for preparation of simple or mixed ether.


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