In ethers (R-O-R) there are two lone pair of electrons on the oxygen atom which is responsible for ethers to have bent geometry. Yes, they are weakly polar. Ethers have a bent structure with a C—O—C bond angle of ~112° and the two C—O bond dipole moments do not cancel.
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116.
Compare the solubility of diethyl ether and n-butane in water.
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117.
Give the product(s) from the reaction of one mole diethyl ether with (i) one mole of conc. HI and (ii) excess of HI.
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118.
Why bromination of anisole takes place even in the absence of FeBr3 as a catalyst?
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119.
Name the main product formed in Williamson’s synthesis.
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120.
Name one reagent that converts sodium phenoxide into anisole.
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