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Ethers and IUPAC Naming
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Ethers and IUPAC Naming

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Which functional group is present in ethers?

  • –O– (correct)
  • –COOH
  • –OH
  • –NH2
  • Why do ethers have quite low boiling points compared to alcohols of comparable molar mass?

  • Due to the presence of OH group
  • Due to lack of intermolecular hydrogen bonding (correct)
  • Due to intermolecular hydrogen bonding
  • Due to the presence of COOH group
  • What was the initial use of diethyl ether?

  • As a colorless, volatile liquid
  • As a primary compound for resins
  • As an anesthetic (correct)
  • As a solvent for fats
  • What is the most widely used compound among ethers?

    <p>Diethyl ether</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the two branches connected to the oxygen atom named in common names for ethers?

    <p>They are followed by 'ether'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ethers

    • The functional group present in ethers is an ether linkage (R-O-R').
    • Ethers have low boiling points compared to alcohols of comparable molar mass because they cannot form hydrogen bonds with each other, only with water.
    • Diethyl ether was initially used as an anesthetic.
    • Diethyl ether is the most widely used compound among ethers.
    • In common names for ethers, the two branches connected to the oxygen atom are named as separate words, with the oxygen atom not mentioned.

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    Test your knowledge about ethers and their IUPAC naming conventions. Learn about the functional groups, substituents, and base chains involved in naming ether compounds.

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