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JAMB Chemistry 2007 Question 43

Question 43

Fats, Oils and Soaps

Certain useful waxes are composed mainly of

  1. A.amino acids
  2. B.glycerols
  3. C.alkanols
  4. D.alkanoates.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (alkanoates.)

Explanation

Natural waxes are esters (alkanoates) formed from long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols.