Ether

Synonyms

Diethyl Ether

Ethane, 1,1'-oxybis-

Ether, Diethyl

Ether, Ethyl

Ethyl Ether

A mobile, very volatile, highly flammable liquid used as an inhalation anesthetic and as a solvent for waxes, fats, oils, perfumes, alkaloids, and gums. It is mildly irritating to skin and mucous membranes.