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The preparation of ethers from alcohols by using sulphuric acid is called as
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersJEE Main
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  • A Williamson's ether synthesis
  • B Continuous etherification process
  • C Diazomethane method
  • D Wurtz synthesis
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The correct answer is: Continuous etherification process

Ether can be prepared with the help of alcohol by using sulphuric acid at 140C°. This process is called the continuous etherification process. In this process, the alcohol acts as a nucleophile.

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