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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

Question:

What is the concentration of zinc in calamine?

Options:

74 percent

86 percent

94 percent

98 percent

Correct Answer:

98 percent

Explanation:

Calamine's chemical formula is ZnCO3 with a 98 percent zinc content. It can be produced artificially in labs and is widely accessible. It is used into medicines to treat pain and itching.