NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which type of alkyl halide is preferred for the Williamson ether synthesis to obtain better results?
Options
- APrimary alkyl halides
- BSecondary alkyl halides
- CTertiary alkyl halides
- DAromatic alkyl halides
Correct answer
A. Primary alkyl halides
Step-by-step solution
Primary alkyl halides are preferred in the Williamson ether synthesis to obtain better results. Secondary and tertiary alkyl halides tend to undergo elimination reactions instead of substitution reactions.