
Ethylene
Industrial Use
Ethylene is key in industry, especially for making plastics, textiles, and other materials.

Pipes are often made from ethylene derivatives.
Not Ethanol
Don't confuse ethylene with ethanol; ethanol is an alcohol used in drinks and as fuel.

The factory emitted ethylene, not ethanol, during production.
Safety Hazard
Ethylene is flammable and can be hazardous, often associated with industrial safety measures.

Warning signs for ethylene were posted near the storage tanks.
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Acetylene
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