Alcohol

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Contents 1 Used for 2 See for 3 Broader Terms 4 Narrower Terms 5 Facts

Used for

hydroxy compound, phenylalkanol, phenylethanol

See for

haloalcohol

Broader Terms

organic chemical

Narrower Terms

3 methoxy 4 hydroxyphenylethyleneglycol, aminoalcohol, butanol, cyclic alcohol, diol, enol, ethanol, methanol, polyhydroxy compound, propanol

Facts

• Alcohol is a depressant that comes from organic sources including grapes, grains and berries.
• Alcohol is a clear liquid at room temperature.
• Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant.
• Alcohol is commonly obtained by fermentation.
• The alcohol found in alcoholic beverages is ethyl alcohol.

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