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Question
Consider the following oils :
(I) Mobil oil
(II) Castor oil
(III) Turpentine oil
(IV) Kerosene
(V) Mustard oil
(VI) Coconut oil
Which of these can be used for prepartion of soap?
(a) I, II, III, VI
(b) II, V, VI
(c) II, III, V, VI
(d) II, III, VI
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Solution
Castor oil, turpentine oil, mustard oil and coconut oil can be used for the preparation of soap.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
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