Question

What is Dimethyl ether used for?

Answer 1

• Dimethyl ether is an organic compound with a chemical formula${\mathrm{CH}}_3{\mathrm{OCH}}_3$.
• The common name of Dimethyl ether is Methoxy methane.
• It is the simplest form of ether and is found in the gaseous phase.
• Dimethyl ether is the isomer of Ethanol $C_2{H}_5\mathrm{OH}$.
• The uses of Dimethyl ether are as follows:

1. It is specifically used as an alternative for diesel engines.
2. It is used in many chemical industries and also to produce dyes and plastics.
3. It is used as a hair spray, and bug spray and also works as a propellant in aerosol items.