NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the preparation of ethers is correct?
Ethers can be prepared by the dehydration of primary alcohols using protic acids.
Ethers are exclusively formed from tertiary alcohols through dehydration.
The Williamson synthesis is the only method for preparing ethers.
Ethers cannot be synthesized from alcohols with secondary carbon chains.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, ethers can be prepared by the dehydration of alcohols, particularly primary alcohols, in the presence of protic acids. The formation of ethers from tertiary alcohols is less favorable, and the Williamson synthesis is not the only method available for ether preparation.
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