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ethanol has the formula C2H5OH and is suitable for consumption by humans,isopropyl alcohol(C3H8O) is an isomer of propanol with the OH alcohol functional group on the second carbon as opposed to at the end of the chain as normal,whats marketed as isopropyl alcohol(rubbing alcohol) in America actually contains no isopropyl alcohol as far as i know,just denatured ethanol.isopropyl aclohol is a skin irritant and is metabolised to acetone in the body,it is about twice as toxic as ethanol
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoEthyl alcohol is C2H6O, consisting of a two carbon atoms bound together as well as a number of hydrogen atoms. One of them bound to an OH group.
Isopropyl alcohol is C3H8O consisting of a 3-carbon chain, with each carbon atom bound to at least 1 hydrogen atom. The middle carbon atom is bound to the OH group.
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Is 90 percent isopropyl and grain alcohol the same thing?
No. Grain alcohol is ethyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is a different compound and is not safe to drink.
Is ethyl alcohol better antibacterial than isopropyl alcohol?
iso-propyl alcohol
What is germ-x made of?
germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance
Is isopropyl alcohol more polar than glucose?
Yes, Isopropyl Alcohol is a Polar Molecule.
Can you use isopropyl alcohol instead of ethyl alcohol in perfumes and what are the advantages or disadvantages?
The problem with isopropyl is the when it dries on the skin it evaporates nutrients in the skin also. i wouldn't recommend it.
Can you mix isopropyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol?
Yes, ethyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol are drinkable.
Does rubbing alcohol have acetone in it?
No, rubbing alcohol has oil and isopropyl alcohol in it.
Which is more safe to use ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol?
This really depends on what you need to use these alcohols for. While is isopropyl alcohol is rubbing alcohol used for external purposes, ethyl alcohol is for drinking. So, if its for consumption, then ethyl alcohol is safe to use. Ethyl alcohol also is used in products like cough suppressants and mouthwashes.
Is 90 percent isopropyl and grain alcohol the same thing?
No. Grain alcohol is ethyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is a different compound and is not safe to drink.
Will isopropyl alcohol show in a lab urine test?
no. urine tests are looking for ethyl not isopropyl
Is ethyl alcohol better antibacterial than isopropyl alcohol?
iso-propyl alcohol
What is germ-x made of?
germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance germ-x is made up of ethyl alcohol 62%, water, isopropyl alcohol, carbomer,tocophery acetate (vitamin E), glycerin, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate,and fragrance
What is the type of solution of denatured and alcohol?
There are different formulations for denaturing ethyl alcohol. One such formulation adds isopropyl alcohol, methyl ethyl ketone and denatonium benzoate to the ethyl alcohol to make it unpalatable.
What is the difference between rubbing alcohol and isopropyl alcohol?
Rubbing alcohol, is a liquid prepared and used primarily for application. It is prepared from a special denatured alcohol solution and contains 97.5-100% by volume of pure, concentrated ethonal(ethyl alcohol) or isopropyl alcohol (isopropanol). Individual manufacturers can use their own "formulation standards" in which the ethanol content usually ranges from 70-99% In the UK the equivalent skin preparation is surgical spirit which is always based on an ethyl alcohol-methyl alcohol mixture.
Is isopropyl alcohol more polar than glucose?
Yes, Isopropyl Alcohol is a Polar Molecule.
Can you use isopropyl alcohol instead of ethyl alcohol in perfumes and what are the advantages or disadvantages?
The problem with isopropyl is the when it dries on the skin it evaporates nutrients in the skin also. i wouldn't recommend it.
What is the difference between ethyl alcohol and grain alcohol?
They are the same thing. now shut up and enjoy it!
