Fusel oil is a/an_________________?

Correct answer: C. Mixture of higher molecular weight alcohols (a by-product obtained during production of

  • A. Essential oil
  • B. Extract from medicinal herbs
  • C. Mixture of higher molecular weight alcohols (a by-product obtained during production of
  • D. alcohol from molasses)
  • E. None of these

Explanation

Fusel oil is a mixture of higher alcohols, especially amyl alcohols, formed as a by-product during fermentation and distillation of alcohol from molasses or other feedstocks. It is therefore not an essential oil or a herbal extract.

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