Which of the following is a major source of vegetable wax used in making polishes and lipsticks?
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Correct answer: Copernicia prunifera (Carnauba palm)
Carnauba wax is obtained from the leaves of the Carnauba palm. It is known as the 'Queen of Waxes' due to its high melting point and glossy finish.
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