Question

In Williamson synthesis if tertiary alkyl halide is used than:

• A. ether is obtained in good yield
• B. ether is obtained in poor yield
• C. alkene is the only reaction product
• D. a mixture of alkene as a major product and ether as a minor product forms

Hint:

The use of tertiary alkyl halides in Williamson synthesis leads to elimination reactions, producing a mixture of alkene and ether.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: In the Williamson synthesis, if a tertiary alkyl halide is used, elimination (E2) is more favored than substitution, leading to the formation of alkene.
Step 2: Therefore, a mixture of alkene and ether is obtained, with alkene being the major product.

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