12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols
Making Ethers - Alcohol Condensation
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Problem 14-12
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Textbook QuestionPropose a mechanism for the acid-catalyzed condensation of n-propyl alcohol to n-propyl ether, as shown above. When the temperature is allowed to rise too high, propene is formed. Propose a mechanism for the formation of propene, and explain why it is favored at higher temperatures.
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