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Which of the following mines have their association with gypsum?(A) Nagaur(B) Lapsa Buru(C) Bhadwaj(D) Ghagidith(E) JasmarChoose the correct answer fr
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Which of the following mines have their association with gypsum?
(A) Nagaur
(B) Lapsa Buru
(C) Bhadwaj
(D) Ghagidith
(E) Jasmar

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.

(A), (B), and (C) only

B.

(B), (C), and (D) only

C.

(C), (D), and (E) only

D.

(A), (C), and (E) only

Correct option is D

​​Gypsum is an important mineral primarily used in the production of cement, plaster, and fertilizers. Among the given options:
Nagaur (A): Located in Rajasthan, Nagaur is one of the largest producers of gypsum in India. Rajasthan accounts for over 90% of India's gypsum production.
Bhadwaj (C): Associated with gypsum deposits, as Rajasthan is the leading gypsum-producing state, and Bhadwaj mines contribute to this output.
Jasmar (E): This area in Rajasthan is known for its gypsum deposits, which are part of the extensive reserves in the state.

Information Booster:
Gypsum Deposits in India:
Rajasthan is the largest producer, with key sites like Nagaur, Bikaner, and Jodhpur.
Gypsum is found in sedimentary rock formations and is extracted for industrial use.


Applications of Gypsum:
Manufacturing of plaster of Paris, cement, and wallboards.
Used in soil conditioning and fertilizer production.


Other Gypsum-Producing Areas in India:
Tamil Nadu and Gujarat also contribute to India's gypsum production, although in smaller quantities.
    Additional knowledge: 
    Lapsa Buru: Associated with iron ore and manganese deposits in Jharkhand.
    Ghagidith: Known for its manganese reserves in Odisha.

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