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12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols - Part 4 of 4
12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols / Ether Cleavage / Problem 5

Show the major products expected from the reactions given below.

a. 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane + HBr (excess), heat →
b. 2-ethoxypropane +  HBr (excess), heat →
c. ethoxyethane + NaOH (conc.), heat →

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