What is the chemical formula for ethanol the type of alcohol found in beverages?
A
C2H5OH
B
CH3OH
C
C3H7OH
D
C4H9OH
Correct Answer: Option A — C2H5OH
Explanation:
Ethanol has the chemical formula C2H5OH and is the type of alcohol produced by fermentation of sugars by yeast and is found in alcoholic beverages and used as a solvent.