53. Iodex, a pain relief balm, has the smell of ________ . A.Methyl salicylate B.Ethyl salicylate C.Propyl salicylate D.Butyl salicylate
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.
