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Alcohol

Aya, Hala, Hiba


Alcohol
• A chemical substance found in drinks, it is also
found in some medicines, mouth wash,
household products and essential oils.
How can Alcohol Affect the Body?
• Alcohol interferes with the brain communication
pathways and can effect the way the brain looks
and works. These disruptions can change mood
and behaviour and make it harder to think clearly
and move with coordination.
Alcohol is poisonous and can damage the liver

1 The liver has an important role in


cleaning the blood

2 Drinking too much alcohol over a long period of


time can cause the death of liver calls

3 Cirrhosis can stop the liver from doing its normal job, so
dangerous substances can start to build up and damage the
rest of the body.
Types of drinking alcohol
Whiskey
Rum
Beer
Tequila
Wine
Vodka
Types of alcohol

• Most common
alcohol is ethanol
Alcohol is used in:
1) Nail polish remover
2) Sterilization of medical instruments
3) Deodorant , Perfume, Air freshener
4) Cleansing wounds
5) Treating skin infections
Chemical symbol = C2H5OH

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