Alcohol

Alcohol

Def. An organic compound that consisting of a hydroxyl group (-OH) and a hydrocarbon chain.


Examples
1) Menthol , an alcohol obtained from mint oils. It is widely used as flavoring and has many health benefits.

  

menthol plant




2) Xylitol, an alcohol obtained from Birch tree. It is a common ingredient for "sugar-free" candies and gums. As a medicine, it is used to prevent ear infection and tooth decay.

 



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