Question

Which of the following are the applications of limestone?

• A. It is used in cement industry
• B. It is used in smelting iron ores in blast furnaces
• C. It is used in making electrical wires
• D. It is used in making water pipes

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

It is used in smelting iron ores in blast furnaces

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Limestone is a non-metallic mineral. It is an essential raw material in the cement industry. It is also used in smelting iron ores in blast furnaces. It removes impurities like silica, phosphorus, and sulfur present in the ore.