Ethylene Glycols
An ethylene compound with two hydroxy groups (-OH) located on adjacent carbons. They are viscous and colorless liquids. Some are used as anesthetics or hypnotics. However, the class is best known for their use as a coolant or antifreeze.
Year introduced: 1975
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Tree Number(s): D02.033.455.250
MeSH Unique ID: D005026
Entry Terms:
- Glycols, Ethylene
- Dihydroxyethanes
- Ethanediols
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