Question

A 12-ounce can of pure __________ would contain more than enough to kill an adult.

Answer 1

Answer:

Here is the full statement: A 12 ounce can of pure ETHANOL would contain more than enough to kill an adult.

Explanation:

Ethanol belong to the chemical class of alcohol with functional group ROH. Ethanol is normally formed when glucose is broken down in the absence of oxygen; this is also called fermentation. Pure ethanol can be obtained by fermenting wheat, barley, corn, etc.

Ethanol is a component of all alcohol, it is present in beer, wine, ale, whiskey and all other alcoholic drinks. Ethanol is toxic to the human system and it can cause death if it is taken in high quantity.

A can of ethanol with a weight of 12 ounce is equivalent to 20 cans of beer and that quantity is high enough to cause the death of an adult human being.  

Answer 2

Answer:

The full statement is as follows:

A 12-ounce can of pure ethanol would contain more than enough to kill an adult.

Explanation:

• Drinking of ethanol can increase your risk of serious health problems, including: Certain cancers, including breast cancer and cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus and liver.
• A can of ethanol with weight of 12 ounce is equivalent to 20 cans of beer and that quantity is high enough to cause the death of adult human being.