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Paraffin wax is

A
Ester
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Acid
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C
Monohydric alcohol
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D
Cholesterol
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Solution

The correct option is A Ester
Waxes are esters of long-chain (C14 to C36) saturated and unsaturated fatty acids with long-chain (C16 to C30) alcohols
So, the correct answer is 'Ester'

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