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Polyethylene Glycol is typically used in the making of laxatives that are used for the preparation of the bowel for surgery or for a colonoscopy. Polyethylene Glycol is also an ingredient in several over the counter laxatives for short term use for the relief of chronic constipation.
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Is polyethylene glycol used in auto antifreeze?
yes low molecular weight polyethylene glycol is used for automotive anti-freeze. most commonly used ones are ethylene glycol or propylene glycol
What is the function of methyl stearate and propylene glycol in hand cream?
Methyl stearate is used as emolient; propylene glycol is used as humectant, preservative and solvent.
Can polyethylene terephthalate react with alcohol?
It depends on the type of alcohol in question. Part of the recycling process involves reacting PE with ethylene glycol in order to retrieve the original monomers that can be re-polymerized into new plastic. Though not as widely used anymore, there is a similar reaction that uses methanol instead of ethylene glycol to isolate the dimethyl terephthalate monomer. So in short, yes alcohols can react with PE but it is usually not at STP.
Can hexylene glycol be used in place of propylene glycol?
It all depends upon what you want to do with it. Propylene Glycol is more hydrophillic (water loving) and hence hygroscopic then Hexylene Glycol. Both however, are miscIble with water, it is a question of degree. Hexylene Glycol with it's longer carbon chain makes it slightly less water loving and more oil loving. Pure Propylene Glycol can be safely used in food, but HG is not recommended. HG is used in some water-based inks to marry differing HLB value components used in the formulation to a successful union. Cheers DWD
What is an example of a non-electrolyte aqueous solution?
Sugar is an example of a non-electrolyte when it is not dissolved in water.
Is polyethylene glycol used in auto antifreeze?
yes low molecular weight polyethylene glycol is used for automotive anti-freeze. most commonly used ones are ethylene glycol or propylene glycol
Polyethylene Glycol powder can you mix with with milk?
can you mix polyethylene glycol with milk
Is polyethylene glycol as dangerous as ethylene glycol or propylene glycol?
No. Polyethylene glycol has an extremely low toxicity compared to either of the others.
Is ethylene glycol a polymer?
no, but polyethylene glycol is.
What is polyethylene glycol medison used for or what does it do?
Polyethylene glycol is used as a laxative to cure constipation. It works by causing water to be kept in the stools thus softening them and increasing bowel movements. It can be habit forming.
Is ethylene glycol and polyethylene glycol the same?
Yes
What is the use of polyethylene glycol for the human body?
"Polyethylene glycol has many uses, including many related to the human body. Polyethylene glycol or PEG is used in many laxatives. It is also found in many eye drop lubricants, toothpastes, skin creams and sexual lubricants."
I'am taking polyethylene glycol 3350 powder does that contain formaldehyde?
does polyethylene glycol 3350 powder contain formaldehyde
Are ethylene oxide and ethylene glycol monomers polymers or neither?
Polyethylene oxide and polyethylene glycol are both known polymers. Ethylene oxide and ethylene glycol are, therefore, monomeric.
Is polyethylene glycol a fungus?
No, it is not. It's a glycol, which is a type of alcohol. It's also a "polymer" (PEG is typically fairly low molecular weight and might better be called an oligomer).
Is polyethylene glycol poisonous to dogs and cats?
Polyethylene glycol is not poisonous to dogs and is often found in dog foods. However, it is poisonous to cats.
Does polyethylene glycol 3350 contain gluten?
No it does not
