etheri
Etheri is a class of chemical compounds characterized by the presence of an oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups, forming an ether functional group. Ethers are commonly represented by the general formula R–O–R’, where R and R’ can be identical or different organic groups. They are widely used as solvents, anesthetics, and intermediates in chemical synthesis due to their relatively low reactivity and ability to dissolve a variety of substances.
In organic chemistry, ethers are categorized into two main types: simple (or symmetrical) ethers, where R and
Historically, the most well-known ether is diethyl ether, also called ethoxyethane, which was once used as a
Chemical synthesis of ethers typically involves either the Williamson ether synthesis—an SN2 reaction between an alkoxide
Ethers have applications extending into pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing, and as fuel additives. Their chemical stability, solvent