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Ethers are relatively inert. Justify.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Ethers**: Ethers are organic compounds characterized by the general formula ROR', where R and R' are alkyl or aryl groups. This structure indicates that an oxygen atom is bonded to two carbon atoms. 2. **Inertness of Ethers**: Ethers are considered relatively inert, meaning they do not readily participate in chemical reactions under normal conditions. This inertness is comparable to that of alkanes. 3. **Presence of Lone Pairs**: Although ethers contain an oxygen atom with two lone pairs of electrons, which could potentially participate in reactions, this does not lead to reactivity under normal conditions. ...
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