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Why is the C-O-C angle in ethers slightly above the tetrahedral angle?
ARepulsion between bulky R groups
BHydrogen bonding in the liquid
CRepulsion of lone pairs alone
DStrain from ring formation
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Repulsion between bulky R groups
The two large alkyl groups push each other apart and widen the bond angle.
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