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The world's largest supply of sulphur comes from deposits in a relatively pure form, from:

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U.S.A.
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China
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U.S.S.R.
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India
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Solution

The correct option is A U.S.A.
  • Sulphur is a non-metallic chemical element and is identified by the letter S. Sulphur is a valuable commodity and integral component of the world economy. It is used to manufacture numerous products including fertilizers, chemicals, paints, rubber products, medicines, fibers, sugar, detergents, plastics, paper and many other products. Sulphur also is a vital nutrient for crops, animals, and people.
  • Elemental sulphur is produced the world over. The largest production occurs where sour gas and oil is processed and refined: United State, Canada, the Former Soviet Union, and West Asia.
  • USA stands first in the supply of sulphur to the world.
  • Hence option A is correct answer.

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