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10 grade science

Write the molecular formula of ethanol.

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The molecular formula of ethanol is C₂H₅OH.

Explanation:
Ethanol is an organic compound and a type of alcohol.
The molecular structure of ethanol consists of two carbon (C) atoms, six hydrogen (H) atoms, and one oxygen (O) atom.
The molecular formula is derived from its structural composition:
There are two carbon atoms (C₂).
Five hydrogen atoms attached to carbon (H₅).
One hydroxyl group (OH) attached to one of the carbons.
Thus, the molecular formula of ethanol is C₂H₅OH.