The reaction of alkyl halides with silver oxide can yield different functional groups based on the hydration state of the oxide. What is the major organic product when ethyl bromide reacts with comple

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The reaction of alkyl halides with silver oxide can yield different functional groups based on the hydration state of the oxide. What is the major organic product when ethyl bromide reacts with completely dry silver oxide ($Ag_2O$)?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. Heating an alkyl halide with dry silver oxide () results in the formation of a symmetrical ether. (ethoxyethane) . Moist silver oxide yields an alcohol instead.

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