Can medical alcohol be used as windshield washer fluid?
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Medical alcohol cannot be used as windshield washer fluid. The following are the functions of windshield washer fluid: 1. Cleaning performance: Surfactants usually have functions such as wetting, permeating, and solubilizing, thereby achieving the effect of cleaning and removing dirt. 2. Antifreeze performance: The presence of alcohol and ethylene glycol can significantly lower the freezing point of the liquid, thereby achieving an antifreeze effect and quickly dissolving frost. 3. Anti-fog performance: A single-molecule protective layer forms on the glass surface. This protective film can prevent the formation of fog droplets, ensuring the windshield remains clear and transparent with a clear view. 4. Anti-static performance: After cleaning with windshield washer fluid, substances adsorbed on the glass surface can eliminate the charge on the glass surface, providing anti-static performance. 5. Lubrication performance: Windshield washer fluid contains ethylene glycol, which has high viscosity and can provide lubrication, reducing friction between the wiper and the glass, and preventing scratches. 6. Anti-corrosion performance: Windshield washer fluid contains various corrosion inhibitors, which have no corrosive effect on any metal, and are absolutely safe for car paint and rubber.
