Question

what is use of ethanol(ethyl alcohol)

Answer 1

Ethanol is used in medical wipes and most common antibacterial hand sanitizer gels as an antiseptic. Ethanol kills organisms by denaturing their proteins and dissolving their lipids and is effective against most bacteria and fungi, and many viruses. However, ethanol is ineffective against bacterial spores.

Answer 2

Ethanol is composed of two carbon atoms, six hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. Ethanol is also called ethyl alcohol, pure alcohol, grain alcohol, and drinking alcohol. Ethanol is used for fuel, alcohol, sanitizing products, personal care products, and food additives.