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CHM 102 General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers Objective Question
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What is the approximate bond angle around the oxygen atom in dimethyl ether?
Options
A 109.5°
B 112°
Correct Answer
C 120°
D 180°
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The oxygen in ethers is sp3 hybridized with a bond angle of approximately 112° (slightly larger than the tetrahedral angle due to lone pair repulsion).

Hint

Similar to water but with alkyl groups.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 403 of 1999
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