Waxes are a diverse class of organic compounds that are hydrophobic, meaning they repel water. They are typically esters of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols. Waxes are solid at room temperature and have a wide range of melting points, typically between 40°C and 100°C.
Properties of Waxes:
Hydrophobicity: Waxes are nonpolar compounds, which makes them insoluble in water.
Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Equilibrium
Analyze and interpret data to explain the change in concentration of products and reactants, and the stable state achieved under reversible conditions.