Question

The mineral commonly used in the manufacture of cement is

• A. Quartz
• B. Limestone
• C. Feldspar
• D. Talc

Hint:

The major raw materials for cement are \[ \boxed{ \text{Limestone + Clay} } \] with limestone providing most of the calcium.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Recall the raw materials used in cement manufacture. The principal raw material for manufacturing cement is limestone, which supplies calcium carbonate (\(\mathrm{CaCO_3}\)).

Step 2: Identify the correct option. Since limestone is the major constituent used in cement production, \[ \boxed{\text{Limestone}} \] is the correct answer. Therefore, \[ \boxed{(B)} \] is the correct answer.