In: Chemistry
TYPED ONLY: Choose an organic compound to describe in depth; do not choose a nonmetal already selected by another student. Include information on whether it is found in nature, how it can be synthesized, its physical and chemical properties, and its uses or applications.
Compound : C2H5OH... Ethanol
OCCURRENCE : * ethanol is produced during metabolic process of yeast. it is naturally found in overripened fruits.
SYNTHESIS : ethanol is produced Chemically as well as biochemically.
# C2H4 + H2O - - - - > C2H5OH ( acid catalyzed hydration of ethene)
# C6H12O6 - - - - > 2 C2H5OH + 2CO2 ( fermentation process of yeast)
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES :
* volatile, flammable, colorless liquid
* characteristic odour.
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES :
* polar in nature due to polar O-H bond.
* it is acidic to a slight extent and produces hydrogen on reacting with sodium.
* due to its ability to form hydrogen bonding with water, it is highly soluble in water.
USES & APPLICATION :
* used as solvent in manufacturing industries and perfumery.
* as solvent in labs, research.... A green solvent.
* as preservative for biological specimens.
* medicines, drugs.
* in disinfectants.