
Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The reason should be explained for difficulty in the synthesis of unsymmetrical ether.
Concept introduction:
Ethers:
An oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups is called as ether. The general formula of ether is
Ethyl alcohol is reaction with acid which yields diethyl ether which is shown below.
(b)
Interpretation:
The ethyl propyl ether should be synthesized.
Concept introduction:
Ethers:
An oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups is called as ether. The general formula of ether is
Ethyl alcohol is reaction with acid which yields diethyl ether which is shown below.

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