To prevent the illegal use of industrial alcohol for drinking purposes, it is 'denatured'. What is the composition of the resulting Methylated Spirit?
Q1. To prevent the illegal use of industrial alcohol for drinking purposes, it is 'denatured'. What is the composition of the resulting Methylated Spirit?
Answer: Ethanol with 10% methanol
Explanation: Methylated spirit is ethanol rendered undrinkable by adding 10% methanol, though pyridine or acetone are sometimes also used as denaturants.