What is Wax?
{{wiktionary}} '''Wax''' is an [[organic chemical]] substance. It is a type of [[lipid]]. Waxes are soft, and easy to shape at room temperature. They are [[hydrophobic]] (meaning they repel water and are repelled by water), and they cannot be dissolved in water. The [[melting point]] of waxes is above 45°C. Some waxes, like [[beeswax]], vegetable wax, and [[paraffin]] (a petroleum wax) occur naturally. Another such wax is [[earwax]], which occurs in the [[ear]]. Other waxes are manufactured. People use waxes for various purposes, including [[waxing]], [[waxed paper]], and [[wax tablet]]s. {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Lipids]]