ORGANIC CHEMISTRY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site propanol Also called propyl alcohol, a colorless alcohol used as a solvent in the manufacture of various chemicals. Propanol exists as two isomers. Normal propanol (CH3CH2CH2OH) is a by-product of the synthesis of methanol (methyl alcohol). Propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol), (CH3)2CHOH, is a seconadry alcohol which is easily oxidized to propanone (acetone). Related category    • ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP