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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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