Chapter 11, Problem 11.2P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The reaction between $\text{propan}-2-\text{ol}$ and sodium metal is to be completed.

Concept introduction:

Williamson synthesis is a way of preparing ethers by the reaction between an alkyl halide and alkoxide. Williamson synthesis takes place through ${\text{S}}_{\text{N}}2$ reaction mechanism. The carbon atom at which the substitution takes place undergoes inversion of configuration.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The reaction between methanethiol and allyl chloride in presence of $\text{NaOH}$ is to be completed.

Concept introduction:

Williamson synthesis is a way of preparing ethers by the reaction between an alkyl halide and alkoxide. Williamson synthesis takes place through ${\text{S}}_{\text{N}}2$ reaction mechanism. The carbon atom at which the substitution takes place undergoes inversion of configuration.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The reaction between sodium salt of methanol and $t-\text{butylbromide}$ in the presence of $\text{NaOH}$ is to be completed.

Concept introduction:

Williamson synthesis is a way of preparing ethers by the reaction between an alkyl halide and alkoxide. Williamson synthesis takes place through ${\text{S}}_{\text{N}}2$ reaction mechanism. The carbon atom at which the substitution takes place undergoes inversion of configuration.

Interpretation Introduction

(d)

Interpretation:

The reaction between potassium salt of ethanol and $\text{neopentyl}-4-\text{methylbenzenesulfonate}$ in presence of $\text{EtOH}$ at $25°\text{C}$ is to be completed.

Concept introduction:

Williamson synthesis is a way of preparing ethers by the reaction between an alkyl halide and alkoxide. Williamson synthesis takes place through ${\text{S}}_{\text{N}}2$ reaction mechanism. The carbon atom at which the substitution takes place undergoes inversion of configuration.