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_____ is a source of wax and is used in the preparation of medicines, polish, etc.

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Correct answer: (b) Beehives

Honeybees are reared to obtain honey and other associated products like beeswax, pollen and more.

Beeswax is used for candles, for artificial fruit and flowers, for modeling wax, and more.

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