C₂H₆OC2H6O46.0700 g·mol⁻¹
Molar mass46.070 g·mol⁻¹calc 46.069 • Atomic weights: CIAAW 2021 (conventional atomic weights)
FormulaC₂H₆OC2H6O
Classorganic • covalentliquid
| Element | Count | Mass (g/mol) | Mass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 24.022 | 52.14% |
| H | 6 | 6.048 | 13.13% |
| O | 1 | 15.999 | 34.73% |
Physical properties
- State at STP
- liquid
- Density
- 0.789 g·cm⁻³ (liquid at 20 °C, 1 atm)
- Melting point
- 158.8 K (1 atm)
- Boiling point
- 351.5 K (1 atm)
Structure & bonding
CH3CH2OH — hydroxyl group on two-carbon chain. Polar OH enables H-bonding.
Occurrence & preparation
Fermentation of sugars by yeast; industrial hydration of ethene.
Uses
- Solvent
- Disinfectant
Safety
Flammable liquid; vapors irritate eyes.
Consult current SDS. — consult current SDS before handling.