Studies on the preparation of ethers from coconut fatty alcohols

Author

Ma. Lilia A. Mirabueno

Date

2025

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

College

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Adviser/Committee Chair

William G. Padolina

Abstract

Methyl and butyl alkyl ethers were prepared from coconut fatty alcohols by a codified Williamson ether synthesis. The products obtained were characterized by IR and NMR spectroscopy and by the determination of their density, viscosity, surface tension and melting and boiling point ranges.

Language

English

Location

UPLB Main Library Special Collections Section (USCS)

Call Number

LG 993.5 A13 M57

Recommended Citation

Mirabueno, Ma. Lilia A., "Studies on the preparation of ethers from coconut fatty alcohols" (2025). Undergraduate Theses. 12693.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/etd-undergrad/12693

Document Type

Thesis