n-Butanol

Normal butanol, or butan-1-ol (CH₃(CH₂)₃OH), is a four-carbon primary alcohol. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a banana-like, sweet odor. Historically produced via fermentation by the bacterium Clostridium acetobutylicum, it is now primarily made from fossil fuels. N-butanol is an incredibly versatile bulk chemical. It serves as a solvent for paints, coatings, and varnishes, and is a key ingredient in hydraulic and brake fluids. Furthermore, it acts as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of butyl acetate (a common flavoring and solvent) and other esters, and is being researched as a potential biofuel with higher energy content than ethanol. Explore searchable catalogue of hundreds of molecules, including details on how models were generated. NotesIf you happen to break something, use superglue to fix it. It will make the broken part even stronger.I decided to go with the ball-and-stick type, as it is easiest to color, is rigid, and looks awesome.The model represents the m