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Anisole can be prepared by the action of methyl iodide on sodium phenate. TW reaction is called

A)  Wurtzs reaction

B)  Williamsons reaction

C)  Fittigs reaction

D)  Etards reaction                  

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

The reaction of alkyi halide with sodium alkoxide to give ether (alkoxy alkane), is known as Williamsons synthesis. In this reaction an ether (anisole) is prepared by the action of alkyi halide (methyl iodide) on sodium alkoxide (sodium phenate), so it is an example of Williamsons synthesis.