The equations below show the process. Properties of methanol 1. Methanol is a colourless liquid at room temperature. Methanol has a slight fruity odour. The boiling point of methanol is 64.5 C. 4.
Methanol is completely miscible in water.
The density of methanol is less than water. Methanol is a neutral solution and shows negative results for all acid tests. Methanol is poisonous and if ingested can cause blindness. Methanol is very flammable and burns with a pale blue flame. It forms carbon dioxide and water on complete oxidation or combustion.