Alcohols Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
what states of matter are methanol and ethanol at room temperature?
A
liquids
2
Q
What is fermentation?
A
the breaking down of carbohydrates to form ethanol and carbon dioxide
3
Q
Give three uses of ethanol
A
Ethanol is the alcohol used in alcoholic beverages.
Ethanol is used as a bio-fuel
Ethanol is used as a rubbing treatment for wounds
4
Q
What problems can Alcohol cause?
A
Liver damage, alcoholism
5
Q
What effects on society does Alcohol have?
A
3000 people die each year from road traffic accidents caused by drunk driving.
Causes alcoholism
