Question

what are symmetrical and unsymmetrical ether?

Answer 1

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》Symetrical Ethers

First of all lrmme tell U what is functional group of ether , its

R-O-R

So ,

Symmetrical ether is that in which oth R groups are same .

》Unsymmetrical ethers

In which R groups are different .

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Answer 2

• Symmetrical ethers are those that have the same number of alkyl groups on both sides of the oxygen atom.
• Examples of Symmetrical ethers are CH₃OCH₃, CH₃CH₂OCH₂CH₃.
• Unsymmetrical ethers are those that have an unequal number of alkyl groups on both sides of the oxygen atoms.
• Examples of Unsymmetrical ethers are CH₃OCH₂CH₃, CH₃CH₂CH₂OCH₃.
• Symmetrical ethers and unsymmetrical ethers can be easily prepared by the Williamson synthesis reaction.