What is another word for methanal?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛθənə͡l] (IPA) 
Methanal is a chemical compound that is commonly known by its more common name, formaldehyde. It is a colorless gas and is widely used as a preservative, disinfectant, and in various industries like textiles and plastics. There are a few synonyms for methanal that can be used interchangeably depending on context and preference. These synonyms include methylene oxide, oxymethylene, formol, aldehyde gas, and formic aldehyde. Formol is a term frequently used in medical and laboratory settings as a shorthand for the chemical, while aldehyde gas may be used more broadly to refer to other types of aldehydes in chemistry.
