Which of these materials are used to form cement clinkers?

Gypsum

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Sand

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Limestone

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Clay

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Solution

The correct options are
C Limestone
D Clay
Clinker is a nodular material produced in the kiln stage during the production of cement and is used as the binder in many cement products. It is obtained when powdered limestone and clay are heated in a rotary kiln. It is mixed with gypsum, powdered and stirred to get cement.

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