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Ethanol is a pure substance, but it is rare to encounter it pure. Laboratory alcohol usually contains small amounts of water and methanol. Alcoholic drinks contain large quantities of water, as well as flavourings.

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its also called pure alcohol

Ethanol [C2H5OH)] is a pure compound.

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Pure substance

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Ethanol is a pure substance.

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