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 is heated with com

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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 is heated with completely dry silver oxide ($Ag_2O$)?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. Heating an alkyl halide with completely dry silver oxide () results in the formation of a symmetrical ether. (ethoxyethane) . If moist silver oxide is used, it yields an alcohol.

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