Heptane Vs. N-Heptane: How Are They Different?

Heptane has nine isomers including N-heptane,2 methyl hexane,2,2-dimethyl pentane,2,3-dimethyl pentane,2,4-dimethyl pentane,3,3-dimethyl pentane,3-ethyl pentane and 2,2,3-trimethyl butane. ​This article aims to establish the difference between Heptane and N-heptane and explore their various uses in the chemical industry. What Is Heptane? Heptane is a colorless liquid and one of the components of gasoline. It is a straight-chain alkane with seven carbon and 16 hydrogen atoms arranged in branched or unbranched molecules. Thus, it…

190 Proof vs. 200 Proof Ethanol Differences

The alcohol manufacturing business generated a household revenue of 28.7 billion in 2021. That effect was majorly due to the solvent’s use in manufacturing sanitizers to combat COVID-19. Botanical oil industries also used ethanol in their extraction processes. And thereby, the companies provided products that could help manage anxiety and depression that arose during the pandemic. However, there’s a lot of confusion concerning alcohol grades as the industry grows. Notably, what are the differences and…

Isopropyl vs. Ethyl Alcohol: Uses, Similarities and Differences

One germ can multiply into 8 million germs in a day, and some of those micro-organisms lead to disease causation, especially when you don’t wash your hands. Therefore, you might consider using sanitizers, but the various types present in the market are confusing. What’s more, You might also need alcohol for home or industrial purposes. And without knowing the similarities, differences, and uses, you might end up making the wrong buying…

Acetone vs. Denatured Alcohol: How Are They Different?

Cleaning stubborn oil stains or paints on surfaces is difficult. That's because water isn't enough to do the job, and most of the solvents either don't work or damage your items. Which only serves to frustrate you and waste your money. But that doesn't have to be the case.​Below you'll find out all about acetone and denatured alcohol. You'll learn the characteristics of the two solvents, how you can use…

Isopropyl Alcohol vs. Hydrogen Peroxide: Benefits and Risks

Did you know that people have used antiseptics since the 1800s? Yes, you read that right. Isopropyl alcohol and hydrogen peroxide were popular choices in cleaning contaminated surfaces and preventing the spread of germs. ​Below, you'll find out about the two solvents, how you can use them, and which is better than the other. So let's dive right into it. What are Isopropyl Alcohol and Hydrogen Peroxide? Isopropyl alcohol is a solvent…

Ethyl Alcohol Vs Isopropyl Alcohol

Although washing hands with soap and water is the most effective way of fighting germs, washing sinks are not available all the time. Hand sanitizers keep germs at bay when soap and water are absent. Hand sanitizers are either alcohol-based or alcohol-free. Alcohol-based sanitizers contain 60-90% isopropyl or ethyl alcohol Although both alcohols have antimicrobial properties when diluted in water, they have significant differences in their properties. This article explains…

Denatured Alcohol Vs. Rubbing Alcohol

Alcohols are organic compounds with one or more hydroxyl groups attached to a hydrocarbon chain. They have various uses at home and in industries as disinfectants, preservatives, solvents, and fuel additives. Our particular interest is in comparing two alcohols; Denatured alcohol vs rubbing alcohol. This article aims to explain the difference between the two alcohols and how they are used at home and in industrial settings; What Is Heptane? Denatured…
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