Williamson Synthesis (A-level)

Williamson synthesize

Introduction

This is actually a reaction to synthesize ether from alcohol. Since the functional group, 'ether' is not studied in A-level scope, you are not supposed to know the mechanism. Yet with the help of question guidance, you can be tested. Out of 19 school prelim 2019, only CJC touches about this. 

williamson synthesis

Williamson synthesis of ether

Conclusion

From this question, we can see there is not many questions related to the Williamson Synthesis, most of the questions are still targetting the main core of A-level Organic Chemistry. Try not to get intimidated when you see new synthesis, read properly, and tackle it the same way as the other reaction.