propanols
Isopropyl and n-propyl
Propanols are alcohols containing three carbon atoms.
The two forms are 1-propanol (n-propanol) and 2-propanol (isopropanol), differing in where the hydroxyl group attaches to the carbon chain.
Isopropanol is the familiar rubbing alcohol used as a disinfectant and solvent; 1-propanol appears mainly in industrial applications.
Industrial product creation
- chemical synthesisCreating substances through reactions
- pharmaceuticalsManufactured therapeutic substances
- cosmeticsSkin-applied beauty substances
- antifreezeEngine cooling additive
fuel additive · propylene oxide · coatings · adhesives · printing inks · hand sanitizer · disinfectant · rubbing alcohol
Prone to ignition
- flashpointIgnition temperature threshold
- combustibleCapable of burning
- volatileLiable to sudden change
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
fire hazard · vapor pressure · skin irritant · MSDS · safety goggles · gloves · storage · ignition source
-OH functional group
- isomersSame formula, different structure
- molecular formulaNotation showing atomic composition
- carbon chainBonded atoms in organic molecules
- branchedDivided into offshoots
straight-chain · organic compound · dehydration · oxidation · acetone · esterification
Breaking up completely
- extractionAct of removing
- degreaserOil-dissolving cleaner
- cleaning agentSubstance that removes dirt
- paint thinnerSolvent for oil-based coatings
chromatography · miscible · nail polish remover · surface cleaner · lens cleaner · quick-drying
Substance prompting chemical change
- spectroscopyStudy of light-matter interaction
- titrationMeasuring concentration by addition
- fume hoodVentilated enclosure for toxic vapors
- sterilizationComplete elimination of microbes
manufacturing
Industrial product creation
- chemical synthesisCreating substances through reactions
- pharmaceuticalsManufactured therapeutic substances
- cosmeticsSkin-applied beauty substances
antifreeze · fuel additive · propylene oxide · coatings · adhesives · printing inks · hand sanitizer · disinfectant · rubbing alcohol · windshield washer fluid
flammable
Prone to ignition
- flashpointIgnition temperature threshold
- combustibleCapable of burning
- volatileLiable to sudden change
ventilation · fire hazard · vapor pressure · skin irritant · MSDS · safety goggles · gloves · storage · ignition source · toxicity
hydroxyl
-OH functional group
- isomersSame formula, different structure
- molecular formulaNotation showing atomic composition
- carbon chainBonded atoms in organic molecules
branched · straight-chain · organic compound · dehydration · oxidation · acetone · esterification
dissolution
Breaking up completely
- extractionAct of removing
- degreaserOil-dissolving cleaner
- cleaning agentSubstance that removes dirt
paint thinner · chromatography · miscible · nail polish remover · surface cleaner · lens cleaner · quick-drying
reagent
Substance prompting chemical change
- spectroscopyStudy of light-matter interaction
- titrationMeasuring concentration by addition
- fume hoodVentilated enclosure for toxic vapors