Question

Give the economic importance of the lac insect.

Write the economic importance of Lac. (Any Two)

Answer 1

1. Lac is used as a sealing wax and adhesive for optical instruments.
2. Polish is made from lac.
3. Inks can be prepared from lac.
4. It is used in the preparations of shoe and leather polishes and as a protective coating of wood.
5. It is used in laminating paper board photographs, plastic moulded articles.
6. Used as a filling material for gold ornaments.
7. Lac is used for making different types of toys. It is used in wood works.
8. Lac is largely used for silvering mirrors and making bangles.