Which mineral is directly used in manufacturing bleaching powder, insecticides and paints?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Manganese
Manganese is used mainly in making steel and ferro-manganese alloy; about 10 kg of manganese goes into one tonne of steel. It is also used directly in manufacturing bleaching powder, insecticides and paints. In India, Odisha is the largest producer of manganese ore.