Question

e) Typically. Williamson ether synthesis is conducted using Na, a very strong base in the reaction in d. however, the Williamson ether synthesis was accomplished with K.CO a much weaker base Why can K.CO, be used for this Williamson ether synthesis? n What general type of reaction is occurring here? g) Predict the reagents, then propose a mechanism (Hint: don't reduce the ester) OCH,

Answer 1

E) Reaction of D Part is missing.

F) oxidation reaction is occurring here.
G) NaBH4 is used as a reagent.