Ethylene glycol

Chemical structure of ethylene glycol

Ethylene glycol is an organic compound with the formula (CH₂OH)₂. It is mainly used for two purposes, as a raw material in the manufacture of polyester fibers and for antifreeze formulations. It is an odorless, colorless, flammable, viscous liquid. Ethylene glycol has a sweet taste, but it is toxic in high concentrations.

Dependencies

• Carbon
• Hydrogen
• Oxygen
  • Ethylene glycol

See also

• Ammonia
• Boric acid
• Carbon dioxide
• Cyanide
• Ethanol
• Methane
• Nitric acid
• Nitroglycerin
• Saltpeter
• Sulfuric acid
• Water

References

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