How is ethanol produced during the fermentation of carbohydrates?
From carbohydrates such as sugar and starch. These can produce ethanol when fermented. Fermentation must happen in anaerobic conditions and must be kept warm (yeast works best).
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Social and harmful effects of ethanol in drinks
Cirrhosis, slower reaction times, violent or aggressive behaviour, etc.
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How to obtain a concentrated solution of ethanol (fractional distillation)
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How can ethanol also be manufactured?
By reacting ethene (from cracking of crude oil fractions) and steam.
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How can ethanol turn to ethene?
By dehydration.
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