Which of the following is not an usage of ethanol?

used as preservatives

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solvent for medicines

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used as fuel

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manufacturing of paint

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Solution

The correct option is D
manufacturing of paint

Ethanols are used for various purposes. Some of the usages of ethanol are:

(i) manufacture of organic compounds

(ii) preservatives

(iii) beverages

(iv) fuel

(v) solvent for medicines

(vi) solvent in the manufacture of varnishes and perfumes

Methanol is a highly poisonous substance used in the manufacturing of paint.

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