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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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