Biotechnology And Its Applications Question 40

Question: The liquid wax is obtained from [AMU 1987]

Options:

A) Sperm whale oil (Spermaceti)

B) Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis)

C) Both a and b

D) Blue whale oil

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Jojoba plant seeds contain 50% liquid wax, which is similar to spermaceti.

This was originally used in cosmetic and high performance lubricants.