JEE Main202310 Apr 2023Morning ShiftChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersActual
Suitable reaction condition for preparation of Methyl phenyl ether is
Options
- APhO ⊝ Na ⊕ ,   MeOH
- BBenzene, MeBr
- CPh - Br ,   MeO ⊖ Na ⊕
- DPhO ⊝ Na ⊕ ,   MeBr
Correct answer
D. PhO ⊝ Na ⊕ ,   MeBr
Step-by-step solution
The given methyl phenyl ether can be prepared from Williamson Ether Synthesis. Williamson Ether Synthesis usually takes place as an S N 2 reaction of a Alkyl halide with an alkoxide ion. Aryl halides cannot be used in this reaction. The reaction is given below.