20. Clearly explain why it would be impossible to prepare this compound via a Williamson ether synthesis. CH3 -0-C-CH3 ČH3 Then suggest a way that you could synthesize it (from phenol and what else?)

20. Clearly explain why it would be impossible to prepare this compound via a Williamson ether synthesis. CH3 -0-C-CH3 ČH3 Then suggest a way that you could synthesize it (from phenol and what else?)

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Chapter16: Chemistry Of Benzene: Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution

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