Question

Wax is ester of fatty acid with

• A. Long chain dihydric alcohol
• B. Trihydric alcohol
• C. Long chain monohydric alcohol
• D. Short chain monohydric alcohol

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Long chain monohydric alcohol

Wax is ester of fatty acids with long chain monhydric alcohol. Cholesterol is the type of alcohol found in wax. It is not easily hydrolyzed like fat. It gives protection. It prevents excessive drying. It also provides water resistance. Beeswax, carnuba wax are examples of wax.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.