What are the chemical components of automotive antifreeze?
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Automotive antifreeze consists of the following chemical components: inorganic calcium chloride (CaCl2), organic methanol (CH3OH), ethanol (C2H5OH), ethylene glycol (C2H4(OH)2), erythritol, glycerol (C3H5(OH)3), glycerin, lubricating oil, sugar, and honey. The full name of antifreeze is antifreeze coolant, meaning it is a coolant with antifreeze properties. The functions of automotive antifreeze are: 1. Corrosion prevention - The engine cooling system is made of metal, which can corrode and rust when in contact with water at high temperatures. Antifreeze has anti-corrosion and rust-removal functions; 2. High boiling point - Antifreeze coolant has a boiling point of 110 degrees Celsius, and using it in summer can prevent the radiator from boiling over; 3. Antifreeze is made with distilled water and contains scale-inhibiting additives, which help remove scale.