What is ethylene oxide?
Ethylene oxide (EtO) is an organic compound, defined by the formula C2H4O. It is a colorless and flammable gas with a slightly sweet odor.
Where is it used?
Fine particulate matter (e.g. diesel exhaust) is a significant problem contributing to over 3.2 million premature deaths per year globally. The particles in this gas are so small that they settle in the lungs and then enter the bloodstream.