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Is Methylated spirits singular or plural?
Methylated spirits is plural. A methylated spirt is singular.
A solid that floats on water but sinks in methylated spirits?
This solid must have a density less than that of water but higher than methylated spirits. It could be made of materials like wood or cork, which are less dense than water but more dense than methylated spirits. This difference in densities causes the solid to float in water but sink in methylated spirits.
Is methylated spirits less dense than water?
Yes, methylated spirits are less dense than water. The specific gravity of methylated spirits is around 0.79-0.81, while water has a specific gravity of 1. This means that methylated spirits will float on top of water due to its lower density.
Why does kerosene burn for longer than methylated spirits?
Kerosene has a higher energy density than methylated spirits, which allows it to burn for a longer period of time. This means that more energy is released when kerosene burns compared to methylated spirits, resulting in a longer-lasting flame.
Can salt dissolve in methylated spirit?
No. I recently did an experiment where we had to put salt in methylated spirits and it didn't dissolve. Most things can't dissolve in methylated spirits.
Does PVC dissolve in methylated spirits?
No PVC is insoluble in methanol though it will be slightly softened by it.
Will methylated spirits damage rubber?
Yes, prolonged exposure to methylated spirits can damage rubber by causing it to swell, harden, or degrade over time. It is recommended to avoid contact between rubber and methylated spirits to prevent potential damage.
Is methylated spirits flamable?
Yes, methylated spirits (denatured alcohol) is flammable. It is a volatile substance that can easily catch fire when exposed to a flame or spark. It is important to handle and store methylated spirits safely to prevent accidents.
What is the pH of methylated spirits?
You can take it as 7 to a darn good approximation.
Why carnt you burn methylated spirits indoors?
Burning methylated spirits indoors can release harmful fumes, such as carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. It is important to ensure proper ventilation when burning methylated spirits to prevent the accumulation of these toxic fumes indoors.
How would you find the density of methylated spirit?
The easiest way is to immerse an hydrometer in the methylated spirits. An hydrometer is a glass object with a column at the top that is graded in grams per cubic cm. The hydrometer is floated in the liquid, and the density is read at the position the liquid surface takes at the graded column. Good hydrometers come in sets that read the density in regions of 0.1 of a g per cubic cm. The density of methylated spirits should be just below 0.8 g per cubic cm. The presence of water will make it more dense. Other ways would be to accurately measure a certain volume of the methylated spirits, and weigh that volume on an accurate balance. That will provide mass (in grams) per cubic cm (mL = cubic cm).
What colour is methylated spirits?
Methylated spirits are typically colored purple or blue in order to distinguish them from other types of alcohols, and to prevent people from ingesting them.
