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Why is the C-O-H bond angle in alcohols slightly less than the tetrahedral angle whereas the C-O-C bond angle in ether is slightly greater ?

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MODERN PUBLICATION-ALCOHOLS, PHENOLS AND ETHERS-EXERCISE
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  4. Write the IUPAC name of the following compound : CH3-underset (Cl) und...

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  7. Which structural isomer of C4H10O cannot be dehydrogenated by copper a...

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  9. What is the major product when butan-2-ol is heated with H2SO4 at 443 ...

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  10. What products are obtained when ethyl alcohol is treated with H2SO4 at...

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