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CHM 102 General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers Objective Question
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Which of the following is a polar aprotic solvent commonly used in SN2 reactions?
Options
A Diethyl ether
B Tetrahydrofuran (THF)
C Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)
Correct Answer
D Butanol
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

DMSO is a polar aprotic solvent (no O-H or N-H bonds) that solvates cations well but leaves anions relatively unsolvated, making it excellent for SN2 reactions. THF and diethyl ether are less polar.

Hint

Not an ether, but often compared.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 442 of 1999
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