Each bold, capital Roman letter symbol represents one or more fundamental mechanistic steps or complex mechanisms (Handout 4B2). Name the fundamental mechanistic step(s) or complex mechanism(s) illustrated in each reaction. Explain your choice in words using the terminology we learned in lecture. A N CH3 C :NEQ: RNH₂ H3C A OH H3C H D н O: Н B N N=' ОН OH H3C + Н V=0 CH3 RNH₂ бон ОН
Reactions of Ethers
Ethers (R-O-R’) are compounds formed by replacing hydrogen atoms of an alcohol (R-OH compound) or a phenol (C6H5OH) by an aryl/ acyl group (functional group after removing single hydrogen from an aromatic ring). In this section, reaction, preparation and behavior of ethers are discussed in the context of organic chemistry.
Epoxides
Epoxides are a special class of cyclic ethers which are an important functional group in organic chemistry and generate reactive centers due to their unusual high reactivity. Due to their high reactivity, epoxides are considered to be toxic and mutagenic.
Williamson Ether Synthesis
An organic reaction in which an organohalide and a deprotonated alcohol forms ether is known as Williamson ether synthesis. Alexander Williamson developed the Williamson ether synthesis in 1850. The formation of ether in this synthesis is an SN2 reaction.
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