Nowadays, there are ethanol and ethyl acetate, which have different properties and different uses. Ethanol is strong and delicious. It is often found in all kinds of brewing materials and is also an important material for chemical industry. It is miscible with water, flammable, and can be used as a fuel. It is also used in the field of medicine. It is commonly used for disinfection and sterilization.
Ethyl acetate, which is fragrant and sweet, is often the base of fragrances, and is also used in coatings, inks and other industries as a solvent. Its boiling point is low and volatile.
Compared with the two, ethanol is hydrophilic, while ethyl acetate is lipophilic. When preparing, follow its own method. Ethanol is mostly obtained by fermentation or chemical synthesis, while ethyl acetate is often prepared by esterification reaction. When
is used, it should be used according to its properties. Ethanol is flammable and should be used to avoid fire; ethyl acetate is volatile and should be sealed. And both have a certain impact on the human body. Be careful when using it to ensure safety, so as to make the best use without fear.