Description
Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is a colorless, volatile liquid
- Chemical Name: Ethanol
- Chemical Formula: C2H5OH
- CAS Number: 64-17-5
Physical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Characteristic alcoholic odor
- Boiling Point: 78.37 °C (173.07 °F)
- Melting Point: -114.1 °C (-173.38 °F)
- Density: Approximately 0.789 g/cm³ at 20 °C
- Flash Point: 13 °C (55.4 °F)
- Vapor Pressure: 5.9 kPa at 20 °C (68 °F)
Applications
- Beverage Industry: Major component of alcoholic beverages.
- Fuel: Used as a biofuel and additive in gasoline (e.g., E10, E85).
- Industrial Solvent: Utilized in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products.
- Antiseptic: Commonly found in hand sanitizers and disinfectants.
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