Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
- Description: Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol, is a colorless, flammable liquid with a strong odor.
- Physical Properties:
- Chemical Formula: C3H8O
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Strong, somewhat pungent odor
- Boiling Point: 82.5 °C (180.5 °F)
- Solubility: Miscible with water
- Applications:
- Antiseptic: Commonly used as a topical antiseptic to disinfect the skin.
- Solvent: Used as a solvent in many industrial and household applications.
- Cleaning: Used as a cleaning agent for electronics and other surfaces.