Uses of Alkanols
Explain six uses of the alkanols. (6marks)
Suggested resposponses
a. Used as fuels, like the ethanol is used in spirit lamps, spirit burners and igniting the pressurized kerosene lamps;
b. Ethanol is used as an antiseptic for sterilizing wounds thus preventing the growth of disease causing microorganisms;
c. Manufacture of other organic substances, like the formaldehyde,esters;
d. As a solvent like the...
