Which of the following is added to denature ethanol?

Methanol

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Propanol

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Methanal

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Solution

The correct option is A Methanol
Methanol $({CH}_{3} OH)$ is added to denature ethanol.

Denatured alcohol, also called methylated spirits has additives to make it poisonous, extremely bad tasting, foul smelling or nauseating. This is done in order to discourage its recreational consumption.

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