Which of these is constituent of waxes?
Correct answer: D. Esters of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols
- A. Long-chain alkanes
- B. Alcohols
- C. Aldehydes
- D. Esters of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols
Explanation
Option D is correct. Yes, esters of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols are the constituents of waxes. Waxes are a type of lipid that is found in plants, animals, and some insects. They are made up of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols that are joined together by an ester bond. The long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols in waxes are typically 16 to 36 carbon atoms in length. The fatty acids in waxes are usually saturated, which means that they do not have any double bonds. The alcohols in waxes can be saturated or unsaturated.
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