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earth wax

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. ader wax, earth wax, mineral wax, ozokerite, ozoceritenoun

    a waxy mineral that is a mixture of hydrocarbons and occurs in association with petroleum; some varieties are used in making ceresin and candles

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  1. earth wax

    Ceresin (also cerin, cerasin, cerosin, ceresin wax or ceresine) is a wax derived from ozokerite by a purifying process. The purifying process of the ozokerite commonly comprises a treatment with heat and sulfuric acid, but other processes are also in use.

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  1. earth wax

    Earth wax, also known as ozocerite or ozokerite, is a naturally occurring, dark, mineral wax or paraffin found in veins within various types of rock. It is composed of complex hydrocarbons and is used in the production of various products including cosmetics, polishes, and electric insulators.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of earth wax in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of earth wax in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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