Given below is a table listing the names of compounds/products derived from animals or plants (Column X) and their use/application (Column Y).

Column X	Column Y
A. Bacoside	i. Chemotherapy for leukaemia and lymphoma
B. Vincristine	ii. Coating for pills and food glazing
C. Lanolin	iii. Cognitive enhancer
D. Shellac	iv. Skin creams and moisturizers

Which one of the following options represents all correct matches between Column X and Column Y?

Correct option is D

Answer: d) A–(iii), B–(i), C–(iv), D–(ii)

Explanation

Bacoside (A) are the active saponins from Bacopa monnieri used as cognitive enhancers.

Vincristine (B) is a plant-derived vinca alkaloid used in chemotherapy for leukemia and lymphoma.

Lanolin (C) is a waxy secretion from wool used in skin creams and moisturizers.

Shellac (D) is a natural resin used as a coating/film former for pills and for food glazing.

Information Booster

Bacosides are studied for memory and nootropic effects.

Vincristine disrupts microtubule dynamics (antimitotic agent).

Lanolin is rich in esters and is an excellent skin emollient.

Food-grade shellac is used as a glossy edible coating on confections and tablets