Higher, more complex ethers can be synthesized using organometallic chemistry. Which of the following statements accurately describe the reaction between Grignard reagents and -halo ethers?

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Higher, more complex ethers can be synthesized using organometallic chemistry. Which of the following statements accurately describe the reaction between Grignard reagents and $\alpha$ -halo ethers?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: A,B,D. -halo ethers (like ) are highly reactive electrophiles. The Grignard reagent () provides a strongly nucleophilic (not electrophilic) carbanion equivalent () that displaces the halide leaving group, effectively extending the carbon chain and synthesizing a higher ether. Thus, Statement C is incorrect.

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