Question

Given below are two statements: Statement (I): Shellac is a resin secreted by the female Laccifer lacca on trees in the forests. Statement (II): Shellac is made up of gum Arabic and other natural waxes. In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Hint:

Remember that shellac is a animal-derived polyester resin produced by the lac insect. It is not a plant-derived gum or a simple wax mixture.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C