. . . . . . . . is the simplest alcohol. A. butano B. ethanol C. ethyl alcohol D. methanol

butano
ethanol
ethyl alcohol
methanol

Methanol is the simplest alcohol. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a strong odor. It is used as a solvent, fuel, and antifreeze. Methanol is also produced in the body as a byproduct of metabolism.

Ethanol is the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a slightly sweet odor. Ethanol is also used as a solvent, fuel, and antiseptic.

Butanol is a colorless, flammable liquid with a peppermint-like odor. It is used as a solvent, fuel, and in the production of other chemicals.

Ethyl alcohol is another name for ethanol. It is the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages.

The correct answer is D.