engineering chemistry MCQ #80

The Williamson synthesis involves the reaction of

engineering chemistry MCQ #80

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The Williamson synthesis involves the reaction of

    • A) Alkyl halide with alkoxide
    • B) Alkyl halide with alcohol
    • C) Alkene with alcohol
    • D) Alkane with alkyl halide

    Answer: Alkyl halide with alkoxide

    Explanation: Williamson synthesis is an SN2 reaction between an alkyl halide and an alkoxide ion to form ethers.