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Ambergris, a source of perfume, is intestinal excretion of _______

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Sperm Whale
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Blue Whale
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Musk Deer
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Seal
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Solution

The correct option is A Sperm Whale
  • Option A is correct here.
  • Ambergris is a waxy substance that originates as a secretion in the intestines of the sperm whale, found floating in tropical seas and used in perfume manufacture.
  • Ambergris is illegal nowadays and it's too expensive.
  • It get use in making perfumes, it smells musky and having a sweet earthy aroma.

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