engineering chemistry MCQ #236

The reaction of diethyl ether with oxygen results in

engineering chemistry MCQ #236

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of diethyl ether with oxygen results in

    • A) Diethyl peroxide
    • B) Ethyl hydroperoxide
    • C) Diethyl ether remains unchanged
    • D) Ethanol

    Answer: Diethyl peroxide

    Explanation: Diethyl ether reacts with oxygen to form diethyl peroxide, a potentially explosive compound.