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Alchohols Flashcards

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1
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What is the chemical formula for methanol?

A

CH3OH

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What is the chemical formula for ethanol?

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C2H5OH

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What is the chemical formula for propanol?

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C3H7OH

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What are four properties of alcohols?

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They are flammable- they burn in air to produce carbon dioxide and water

They are water soluble

They react with sodium to give hydrogen as an alkoxide

They are toxic

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What are some uses of alcohols? (Solvents)

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They are good solvents:

Perfumes(dissolves the oils and water)

Cleaning paint brushes

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What are some uses of alcohols (fuels)

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Ethanol is used in fuel burners

Ethanol a can be mixed with petrol for a cleaner burning fuel

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What is the functional group of alcohols?

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-OH

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