Isopropanol is the main component in rubbing alcohol.
Keyword:
secondary alcohol
Keyword:
rubbing alcohol
Miscellaneous comments:
Structure was calculated using the MMX force field.
Citation of a publication:
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Layman's explanation:
Isopropanol is a secondary alcohol that is synthesized commercially by the hydrolyzation of the sulfate ester formed by reaction of propylene gas and sulfuric acid. Highly affordable, isopropanol has often been used as a substitute for ethanol. Currently, the secondary alcohol is one of the main components in rubbing alcohol. Physical properties of the molecule are colorlessness, miscibility with water, and a boiling point of 82.3 degrees Celcius. Poisoning of this compound can cause the following side effects: abdominal pain, low blood pressure, dizziness, coma, slurred speech, increase or decrease in urine output, etc.
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