Question

An example of a compound with functional group
– O – is :
(a) Acetic acid (b) Methyl alcohol
(c) Diethyl ether (d) Acetone

Answer 1

Answer:

Option c

Diethyl Ether

Answer 2

(c) Diethyl ether

Explanation:

The functional group of Diethyl ether (C2H5-O-C2H5) is -O-.

Williamson ether synthesis is the most widely used method to produce ethers. It occurs by an SN2 reaction in which a metal alkoxide displaces a halide ion from an alkyl halide. The alkoxide ion is prepared by the reaction of an alcohol with a strong base such as sodium hydride.

Hence, option C is the correct answer.