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Minerals, Ores and their Formation

Carnallite is...

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Carnallite is the mineral of:

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N a

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C a

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M g

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none of the above

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The correct option is C $M g$
Carnallite is an evaporite mineral a hydrated potassium magnesium chloride. It is variably colored yellow to white,reddish or blue. It occurs with a sequence of potassium and magnesium evaporite. It is an uncommon double chloride mineral that forms under specific conditions. It is an important source of potash.

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