Ethanol reacts with Na to give off hydrogen gas. Ethanol reacts with ethanoic acid to give ethyl ethanoate which is an ester. Ethanol is used for manufacturing of paints, dyes, varnishes. Ethanol is used in medicines especially for disinfecting area on the skin before giving an injection. It is used fir sterilization of syringes in hospitals.
Ethanol is used for preparation of compounds such as chloroform and ether.
Ethanol is used for making thermometer that is used for measuring low temperatures. Ethanol is used for making spirit levels. Ethanol is used in spirit lamps. Ethanol is used as a substitute for fuels in vehicles that are environmentally friendly. They give off low emissions of carbon monoxide gas that is harmful to the environment.