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What is the general structure of an ether?
What is the general structure of an ether?
- R–COOH
- R–S–H
- R–O–R (correct)
- R–OH
Which solvent is a cyclic ether?
Which solvent is a cyclic ether?
- Methanol
- Tetrahydrofuran (THF) (correct)
- Ethanol
- Diethyl ether
What is the bond angle in dimethyl ether?
What is the bond angle in dimethyl ether?
- 109.5°
- 90°
- 120°
- 112° (correct)
What type of hybridization does the oxygen atom in ethers have?
What type of hybridization does the oxygen atom in ethers have?
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Thiols and sulfides are sulfur analogs of which functional groups?
Thiols and sulfides are sulfur analogs of which functional groups?
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Study Notes
Ethers
- The general structure of an ether is ROR', where R and R' are alkyl or aryl groups.
- Tetrahydrofuran (THF) is a cyclic ether.
Geometry and Bonding
- The bond angle in dimethyl ether is 110°, which is slightly smaller than the ideal tetrahedral angle of 109.5°.
Hybridization
- The oxygen atom in ethers has sp³ hybridization.
Sulfur Analogs
- Thiols and sulfides are sulfur analogs of alcohols and ethers, respectively.
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