Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True of Ethers

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true of ethers?

• A)Ethers are generally unreactive molecules toward reagents other than strong acids.
• B)Ethers generally have lower boiling points than alcohols of a corresponding molecular weight.
• C)Ethers generally have much lower water solubilities than alcohols with a corresponding molecular weight.
• D)Ethers can generally be cleaved by heating them with strong acids.
• E)Ethers form peroxides when allowed to stand in the presence of oxygen.

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