Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate answer from the options given below:-

Which mineral is mainly used in the asbestos industry?

  1. Pyroxene

  2. Amphibole

  3. Quartz

  4. Feldspar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Amphibole is one of the two main mineral groups that form asbestos (the other being serpentine). While chrysotile (serpentine) accounts for about 95% of commercial asbestos production, amphibole asbestos minerals like crocidolite and amosite are also significant asbestos varieties used in various industrial applications.

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