Problem 2
Write the structures and names for all the isomeric compounds with molecular formula \(\mathrm{C}_{5} \mathrm{H}_{12} \mathrm{O}\).
Problem 5
Why are \(3^{\circ}\) haloalkanes not used in Williamson ether synthesis?
Problem 6
How can Grignard reagent be used for the preparation of higher ethers?
Problem 7
Why are ethers less reactive compared to alcohols?
Problem 8
Why are ethers stored in dark coloured bottles?
Problem 11
Why, in the reaction of HBr and HI with unsymmetrical ethers, does the smaller group form the haloalkane?
Problem 16
What is the product formed when bromoethane reacts with excess of sodium hydrogen sulfide?
Problem 17
Why do thiols have lower boiling points compared to alcohols?
Problem 18
Compare the acidic strength of alcohols with thiols.
Problem 19
How can diethyl sulfide \(\left(\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{SC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{5}\right)\) be prepared from a Grignard reagent?=
