Monday, February 28, 2011

About Isopropanol:

Chemical Formula: C3H8O

Isopropanol is the main component in rubbing alcohol! Isopropanol is a secondary alcohol that is synthesised commerically by the hydrolyzation of the sulfate ester formed by reaction of propylene gas a sulfuric acid. It is highly affordable and is often used instead of ethanol.

Physical properties: colorlessness,miscibility with water, boiling point-83.2 degrees Celsius

Poisonious!!!
If poisoned...
  • abdominal pain
  • low blood pressure
  • dizziness
  • coma
  • slurred speach
  • increase/decrease in urination

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