General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry
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Author: H. Stephen Stoker
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Chapter 19.14, Problem 3QQ
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Interpretation: The number of carbon chains present in the structures of biological waxes and mineral waxes has to be predicted.
Concept introduction: Biological wax is a type of protective-coating lipid. It is insoluble in water. It is a water repellent lipid with protective-coating and lubricant functions. Mineral wax is a mixture of hydrocarbons and is obtained from the processing of petroleum.
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