Question

what is C2H5SH chemically known as and what is its function

Answer 1

C2H5SH is chemically known as ETHYL MERCAPTAN and its function is given below:
ETHYL MERCAPTAN is a clear colorless low-boiling liquid (boiling point 97°F) with an overpowering, garlic-like/skunk-like odor. Flash point -55°F. Less dense than water and very slightly soluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Vapors may irritate nose and throat. May be toxic if swallowed, by inhalation or by contact. Added to natural gas as an odorant. Used as a stabilizer for adhesives.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

Ethanethiol, commonly known as ethyl mercaptan, is a clear liquid with a distinct odor. It is an organosulfur compound with the formula CH3CH2SH. ... Ethanethiol is more volatile than ethanol due to a diminished ability to engage in hydrogen bonding.