Q60 / 180 · COMEDK 2017 · Chemistry

Waxes are esters of

A
glycerol
B
long chain alcohols
C
glycerol and fatty acid
Correct answer
D
long chain alcohols and long chain fatty acids

Solution

Wax is an ester of fatty acid and an alcohol. They are formed by combining one fatty acid with one fatty alcohol molecule.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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