Applications in Various Industries:
- Industrial Use: Used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and inks.
- Food and Beverage Industry: Found in alcoholic beverages and as a food-grade solvent.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Used as a disinfectant and in the production of medications.
Where is Ethanol Found?
- Natural Sources: Produced through the fermentation of sugars by yeast.
- Industrial Production: Produced by the fermentation of biomass or the hydration of ethylene.
- Consumer Products: Found in alcoholic beverages, disinfectants, and industrial solvents.