Methanol

Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol or wood alcohol, is a colorless, volatile liquid with the chemical formula CH3OH. Here’s a description of methanol:

Uses of Methanol:

  1. Chemical Feedstock: Methanol serves as a versatile chemical feedstock for the production of numerous industrial chemicals and materials, including formaldehyde, acetic acid, methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE), and various plastics and resins.
  2. Solvent: It is widely used as a solvent in various applications, such as in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, coatings, adhesives, and cleaning products.
  3. Fuel: Methanol can be used as an alternative fuel or fuel additive in internal combustion engines, particularly in vehicles and marine vessels. It is also used as a fuel in fuel cells.
  4. Antifreeze: Methanol is utilized as an antifreeze agent in automotive cooling systems, especially in regions where low temperatures are common. It lowers the freezing point of water and prevents engine components from freezing.
  5. Denaturant: Methanol is commonly added to industrial ethanol to denature it, making it unsuitable for human consumption.                     

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Description

Methanol consists of one carbon atom, four hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. It is the simplest alcohol and is classified as a primary alcohol.

Physical Properties:

  • Appearance: Methanol is a clear, colorless liquid with a faintly sweet odor. It closely resembles ethanol in appearance but has a slightly different odor and taste.
  • Melting Point: Methanol has a melting point of approximately -97.6°C (-143.7°F).
  • Boiling Point: It boils at around 64.7°C (148.5°F).
  • Density: The density of methanol is about 0.7918 g/cm³ at 20°C (68°F).
  • Solubility: Methanol is miscible with water and most organic solvents.

Additional information

Weight 160 kg

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