Ethers Flashcards

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What are ethers

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Organic compounds that have two carbons attached to one oxygen. C-O-C

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Naming ethers

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  1. Identify the 2 alkyl groups
  2. Write the name of the shorter alkyl group followed by “-oxy” then the longer alkyl group as if it was an alkane
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Reactions of ethers

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Condensation reactions

Alcohol + alcohol + sulfuric acid = ether + water

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What are the properties of ethers?

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  1. Higher boiling point than corresponding alkanes
  2. Lower boiling point than corresponding alcohols
  3. V-shape
  4. Useful solvents
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