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The reaction used for the synthesis of ether is
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2021 (05 Aug Shift 2)
Options:
  • A Williamson's synthesis
  • B Reimer- Tiemann reaction
  • C Sandmeyer reaction
  • D Finkelstein reaction
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The correct answer is: Williamson's synthesis

This reaction is general methods of preparation from alkyl halides

According to this question the reaction which is used for the synthesis of ether is undergoes in SN2 reaction

It is formed from the reaction of alkyl halides and sodium ethoxide

R-X + C2H5O- Na+ ester R -O-C2H5

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