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Question
Describe the importance of the limestone.
Solution 1
Chemically, limestone is CaCO3.
Importance of limestone
- It is used in the preparation of lime and cement.
- It is used as a flux during the smelting of iron ores.
Solution 2
Limestone:
- Extensively used in the manufacturing of high quality paper.
- Used as mild abrasive in toothpaste.
- As a filler in cosmetics.
- Used as an antacid.
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