Q. $C - O - C$ angle would be maximum in
A) $CH_{3} - O - CH_{3}$
B) $CH_{3} - O - C_{2}H_{5}$
C) $C_{2}H_{5} - O - C_{2}H_{5}$
D) $\left( CH_{3} \right)_{2}CH - O - CH\left( CH_{3} \right)_{2}$
Explanation
(d)
Bulkier the alkyl groups in the ether, greater is the $C - O - C$ bond angle due to steric factor
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.