Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol, is a chemical with the formula CH3OH (often also abbreviated MeOH). Methanol is the simplest alcohol and is a light, volatile, colorless, flammable liquid with a distincitve odor. At room temperature it is a polar liquid and is used as an antifreeze, solvent, fuel and as a denaturant for ethanol. It is also used for producing biodiesel. Methanol ingested in large quantities is poisonous to the central nervous system and may cause blindness, coma and death.
| Temp. [°C] | Dyn. Viscosity [mPa.s] | Density [g/cm³] |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0.797 | 0.8100 |
| 20 | 0.594 | 0.7920 |
| 25 | 0.543 | 0.7870 |
| 30 | 0.507 | |
| 50 | 0.392 | |
| 75 | 0.294 | |
| 100 | 0.227 |
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| Reference | Kaye & Laby, Engineers Edge, RoyMech and Dynesonline |
|---|---|
| Kin. vis. | no |
| Dyn. vis. | yes |
| Density | yes |
| Multiple temperatures | yes |
| Related | Methanol, methyl alcohol, alcohol, liquid, antifreeze, solvent, fuel |