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these are two different organic liquids, not one substance. ethanol is the kind of alcohol in wine and beer (there are many kinds of alcohol, this is the one that adult humans can drink in moderation. all alcohols are poisonous in excess, many are poisonous in smaller quantities. Don't drink until you're 21 and only if you buy it in a legal store, and then, only in moderation). acetone is another kind of organic liquid, highly flammable, and used often to dissolve things, such as nail polish remover. both are made from just C, H, and O.
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∙ 12y agoAcetone is an excellent solvent because it is miscible with both water and non polar solvents. Acetone is the main ingredient in gasoline treatments that are designed to solubilize water in the gas tank and allow it to pass through the engine in miscible form. Acetone can also be used to remove water from glassware in the laboratory. And it is a major component of some nail polish removers. The most common use of acetone is to formulate other chemicals.
Formulation and production of other chemicals can account for up to 75 percent of all uses of acetone. Acetone is used in the manufacture of methyl methacrylate (MMA) and bisphenol-A (BPA). Additionally, acetone cyanohydrin is formulated with acetone and aids in the production of MMA and methacrylic acid.
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∙ 14y agoAcetone is often the primary component in cleaning agents such as nail polish remover. Ethyl acetate, another organic solvent, is sometimes used as well. Acetone is a component of superglue remover and it easily removes residues from glass and porcelain.
It can be used as an artistic agent; when rubbed on the back of a laser print or photocopy placed face-down on another surface and burnished firmly, the toner of the image transfers to the destination surface.
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What is the best cleaner for plastic varnish tools?
Acetone and lacquer thinner both work for that.
Can acetone be use on face?
NO! Acetone is a heavy-duty thinner and paint remover. I cannot even imagine the damage it would do to your face over time.
Do drug users use acetone?
They might use acetone as a solvent, but they'd better not ingest it if they want to stay alive!
How many styrofoam peanuts will dissolve in acetone?
The solvent in the acetone( mostly found in polish remover) will allow the styrofoam to melt.
What is tar soluble in?
You can use acetone.
How well does surfasolve tool cleaner work compared to acetone?
Simple! it works much better/ Acetone does not clean nearly as effectively or as safely as the Surfasolve Tool Cleaner. I know that Sea Ray Boats uses it exclusively to clean fiberglass tools. It also costs 70% less than acetone when compared to cost in use. Its made from plants and is non-toxic, eliminates producing hazardous waste and is non-flammable. You would be crazy not to use it. We will never stop using it I have tried all acetone replacements and this is the only one that truly works.
What is the best solution to use with bones bearing cleaner?
Acetone or denatured alcohol. Shake, then put it sideways and let sit for a day or two.
How do you remove glass from eye?
Use acetone. If you don't have acetone, use nail polish remover. It has acetone in it.
How do you remove superglue from eye glasses?
Use acetone. If you don't have acetone, use nail polish remover. It has acetone in it.
How do you use acetone in a sentence?
Acetone is also known as dimethylketone. Prolonged contact with acetone is just as detrimental as methylethylketone (MEK). Please; I would like to take some time to read and understand the M.S.D.S. regarding this acetone.
What Ingredients would you use if you wanted to make benzalacetophenone?
Benzaldehyde and acetone.
What is the best carburetor cleaner?
I've heard laquer thinner or acetone works good
What is the best cleaner for plastic varnish tools?
Acetone and lacquer thinner both work for that.
How do you use acetone to get wax off of your apartment ceramic floor?
Acetone is likely to damage the finish of your ceramic. It would be better to use an old credit card to scrape up as much of the wax as you can. When there is not much left, use a hair dryer to warm the wax. Press a dry paper towel onto the spot to soak up the melted wax. If there is any left, you can use a toothbrush and a little bit of cleaner to get the rest up.
Can you use acetone with oil paints?
simply NO it would ruin the paints.
What do you do when you have super glue in your fingers?
You would use nail-polish remover with acetone
Can acetone be use on face?
NO! Acetone is a heavy-duty thinner and paint remover. I cannot even imagine the damage it would do to your face over time.
