{"id":75993,"date":"2024-04-20T12:24:31","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=75993"},"modified":"2024-04-20T12:24:31","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:24:31","slug":"limestone-mined-in-sikkim-is-primarily-utilized-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/limestone-mined-in-sikkim-is-primarily-utilized-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Limestone mined in Sikkim is primarily utilized in:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;The cement industry&#8221; option2=&#8221;Construction&#8221; option3=&#8221;Steel production&#8221; option4=&#8221;Fertilizer manufacturing&#8221; correct=&#8221;option1&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: a) The cement industry.<\/p>\n<p>Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). It is the most common type of rock in the world, and it is used in a variety of industries, including the cement industry, construction, steel production, and fertilizer manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>In the cement industry, limestone is used to make cement, which is a binding agent that is used in concrete and other construction materials. Limestone is also used in the production of steel, as it is a source of calcium. In fertilizer manufacturing, limestone is used to neutralize acidic soils.<\/p>\n<p>Limestone is a valuable resource that is used in a variety of industries. It is a non-renewable resource, and it is important to use it wisely.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a brief explanation of each option:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Option a: The cement industry. Limestone is the main ingredient in cement, which is a binding agent that is used in concrete and other construction materials.<\/li>\n<li>Option b: Construction. 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