Steel slag can be the material for which of the following ?
- 1. Construction of base road
- 2. Improvement of agricultural soil
- 3. Production of cement
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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UPSC IAS – 2020
Statement 2 is correct: Steel slag can be used as a soil amendment in agriculture. It contains calcium, magnesium, and other elements which can help neutralize acidic soils (acting as a liming agent) and provide essential nutrients.
Statement 3 is correct: Steel slag can be used in the production of cement and concrete as a supplementary cementitious material or as an aggregate, helping to improve properties and utilize industrial waste.