Paraffin wax is used for making:

vaselines

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candles

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ointments

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all of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D all of the above
Paraffin wax is derived from petroleum, coal and consist of a mixture of hydrocarbon molecules between 20-40 carbon atoms.
Paraffin wax is used in the manufacturing of vaseline, ointments, candles, electrical insulation.

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