Q683
Iodex, a pain relief balm, has the smell of ________ .
A.
Methyl salicylate
AnswerB.
Ethyl salicylate
C.
Propyl salicylate
D.
Butyl salicylate
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Iodex has the characteristic odour of Methyl salicylate, an organic ester naturally produced by many species of plants, particularly wintergreens. It is used in high concentrations as a rubefacient and analgesic in deep heating liniments to treat joint and muscular pain.