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    Ethanol - Wikipedia

    Ethanol (also called ethyl alcohol, grain alcohol, drinking alcohol, or simply alcohol) is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH3CH2OH. It is an alcohol, with its formula also written as C2H5OH, C2H6O or EtOH, where Et stands for ethyl. Ethanol is a volatile, flammable, colorless liquid with a … See more

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    Etymology

    Ethanol is the systematic name defined by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry for a compound consisting of an alkyl group with two carbon atoms (prefix "eth-"), having a single bond between … See more

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    Chemical formula
    Ethanol is a 2-carbon alcohol. Its molecular formula is CH3CH2OH. The structure of the molecule of ethanol is CH3−CH2−OH (an See more

    Natural occurrence

    Ethanol is a byproduct of the metabolic process of yeast. As such, ethanol will be present in any yeast habitat. Ethanol can commonly be found in overripe fruit. Ethanol produced by symbiotic yeast can be found in bertam palm blossoms. Although some … See more

    Production

    Ethanol is produced both as a petrochemical, through the hydration of ethylene and, via biological processes, by fermenting sugars with yeast. Which process is more … See more

    Purification

    Distillation
    Ethylene hydration or brewing produces an ethanol–water mixture. For most industrial and fuel uses, the ethanol must be purified. See more

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    Ethanol is classified as a primary alcohol, meaning that the carbon that its hydroxyl group attaches to has at least two hydrogen atoms … See more

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    WEBOct 14, 2022 · Learn about ethanol, a clear, colorless liquid and an ingredient in alcoholic beverages, personal care products, household products, food additives and fuel. Find out how ethanol is made, how …

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  5. PubChem
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    Ethanol | CH3CH2OH | CID 702 - PubChem

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    What is ethanol & how does it work?
    It’s the same alcohol in spirits, wine and beer. When microorganisms in nature — or at a distillery — break down simple carbohydrates in fruits and grains, as well as more complex starches in stalks, branches or leaves, they convert those sugars into ethanol. In its concentrated, purified form, ethanol burns clean and efficiently powers engines.

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    What is ethanol used for in a car?
    In its concentrated, purified form, ethanol burns clean and efficiently powers engines. Nearly every gallon of gasoline sold in the U.S. contains some ethanol. Henry Ford’s Model T. was built to use it, and Mercedes-Benz, whose motto is The Best or Nothing, has called ethanol “the best kept performance secret in the world.”

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    What is the molecular formula of ethanol?
    ethanol, a member of a class of organic compounds that are given the general name alcohol s; its molecular formula is C 2 H 5 OH. Ethanol is an important industrial chemical; it is used as a solvent, in the synthesis of other organic chemicals, and as an additive to automotive gasoline (forming a mixture known as a gasohol ).

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    What is ethanol alcohol?
    Ethanol, also called alcohol, ethyl alcohol and grain alcohol, is a clear, colorless liquid and an ingredient in alcoholic beverages like beer, wine or brandy. Ethanol is a natural byproduct of plant fermentation and can be produced through the hydration of ethylene.

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  8. BYJU'S
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  12. GOV.UK
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  13. American Coalition for Ethanol
    https://ethanol.org/resource-center/ethanol-101

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  14. Let's Talk Science
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    How is Ethanol Made? - Let's Talk Science

    WEBLearn about the six steps of ethanol production from corn or wheat, and the byproducts and benefits of this biofuel. Find out how ethanol is blended with gasoline and why it is a renewable resource.