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Methylated spirit is :...

Methylated spirit is `:`

A

methanol

B

`"methanol "+" ethanol"`

C

methanoic acid

D

methanamide

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The correct Answer is:
B
`5-10%` methanol and remaing ethanol is called methylated spirit. It is also known as denatured alcohol because it is unfit for drinking.
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    A
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    B
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    D
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    A
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