Squalene is an important compound, used in the synthesis of steroids and ear wax. it is composed of six isoprene units. squalene is classified as a: a. monoterpeneb. diterpenec. hexiterpened. triterpene

c) Hexiterpene

Explanation:

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds which are composed of the isoprene units made up of 5 carbon skeleton called 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene.

The terpenes found in the plants are usually made of the two or more isoprene units and based on the number of the isoprene units the terpenes are named.

Since Squalene which is one of the components of the wax is made of six isoprene units therefore on the basis of this squalene is classified as a Hexiterpene that is a terpene with six terpenes.

Thus, Option- C is the correct answer.

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