Applications of Steel Slag
Question
Steel slag can be the material for which of the following? Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- 1.
Construction of base road
- 2.
Improvement of agricultural soil
- 3.
Production of cement
Options
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Steel slag is an industrial byproduct obtained during steel manufacturing. It is widely utilized in the construction industry as an aggregate for road bases (Statement 1 is correct). Due to its calcium and magnesium silicate content, it is used to correct soil acidity and improve agricultural soil (Statement 2 is correct). It is also extensively used as a raw material in the clinker making process for Portland cement production (Statement 3 is correct). > One-line conceptual takeaway: Steel slag is a highly versatile byproduct serving as a substitute material in civil construction, cement manufacturing, and agricultural soil conditioning. Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2020
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q76
Subject
Environment
Sub-topic
Pollution & Waste
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Waste to Wealth initiatives / NHAI road projects
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