Which of the following substance is added to denatured ethanol?

Methanol

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Benezene

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Copper nitrate

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Chloroform

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Solution

The correct option is A Methanol
Denatured alcohol, also called methylated spirits, It is ethanol that has additives to make it poisonous.

Methanol is added to denatured ethanol because its boiling point is close to that of ethanol and because it is toxic.

Option A is correct.

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