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During the extraction of sugar, all the syrup does not crystallize. A part of the sugar syrup remains uncrystallized in the form of brown viscous liquid known as ___.

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Jaggery
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Malt
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Molasses
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Brown sugar
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Solution

The correct option is C Molasses
Molasses is a dark, viscous liquid that is generally made from sugarcane. Grapes, sugar beets, sorghum or other plants can also be used to make a molasses-like substance. The production of molasses is a labour-intensive process requiring several steps, including cutting the sugarcane plants, boiling, straining, skimming and reboiling.
Molasses has a wide variety of uses: It is a common ingredient in cooking, especially in cakes, cookies and other desserts. Molasses is also used in the production of ethyl alcohol and as an additive in livestock feed.

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