This wax comes from the leaves of the palm Copernicia prunifera, a plant that is native to, and grown only in parts of north-eastern Brazil. The wax is obtained by collecting and drying the leaves and then beating them in order to loosen the wax. This wax is used in automobile waxes, shoe polishes, dental floss, food products and cosmetics. Which wax is this?

This wax comes from the leaves of the palm Copernicia prunifera, a pla

1.	This wax comes from the leaves of the palm Copernicia prunifera, a plant that is native to, and grown only in parts of north-eastern Brazil. The wax is obtained by collecting and drying the leaves and then beating them in order to loosen the wax. This wax is used in automobile waxes, shoe polishes, dental floss, food products and cosmetics. Which wax is this?
A.	Carnauba wax
B.	Candelilla wax
C.	Ouricury wax
D.	Lanolin wax
Answer» B. Candelilla wax

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