Unit 2 Ch 1 : Resources and Development — Social Studies STD 10 — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10Social StudiesUnit 2 Ch 1 : Resources and Development1 Mark
Question
How is cement industry responsible for land degradation?
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Answer
Mineral processing like grinding of limestone for cement industry, and calcite and soapstone for ceramic industries generates heavy amount of dust and releases it in the atmosphere. It later on settles down in the surrounding areas, affecting infiltration of water and crop cultivation.
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