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Which reagent is used in Williamson synthesis to form ether?
Which reagent is used in Williamson synthesis to form ether?
- Strong base
- Sodium alkoxide (correct)
- Phosphorus halides
- Alkyl halide
What is the product of the reaction of R-OH with strong halide acids (HX)?
What is the product of the reaction of R-OH with strong halide acids (HX)?
- Ether
- Alkoxide ion
- Alkene
- Alkyl halide (correct)
Which alcohol can be oxidized to form aldehydes?
Which alcohol can be oxidized to form aldehydes?
- 1o alcohol (correct)
- 3o alcohol
- 2o alcohol
- sec-butyl alcohol
What is the product of dehydration of alcohol?
What is the product of dehydration of alcohol?
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Which oxidizing agent is used for the oxidation of 2o alcohol?
Which oxidizing agent is used for the oxidation of 2o alcohol?
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Study Notes
Alkyl Halides and Alcohols Reactions
- Sodium or silver salts of alkyl halides are used in Williamson synthesis to form ether.
- The product of the reaction of R-OH with strong halide acids (HX) is alkyl halide.
- Primary alcohols can be oxidized to form aldehydes.
- The product of dehydration of alcohol is alkene.
- Chromic acid (CrO₃) is the oxidizing agent used for the oxidation of 2° alcohol.
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Test your knowledge of alcohol reactions including substitution, elimination, and oxidation reactions. Learn about reactions such as Williamson synthesis, Lucas test, and the formation of alkyl halides.
