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Chemical Symbol: C2H6O
Synonyms: 1,2-Epoxyethane, oxirane, dimethylene oxide
Description:
Ethylene oxide is a toxic and flammable gas. Both the gas and the liquid is colorless. It is noncorrosive to metals and leaves no odor or taste.
Uses:
Ethylene oxide is in most cases used to manufacture ethylene glycol and higher glycols, which are used as drying agents, antifreeze and raw material for other chemical products. The gas can also be used for sterilization of heat sensitive materials. |
