56. Which mineral is used in the production of fertilizers?
a) Halite
b) Calcite
c) Bauxite
d) Gypsum
Answer: a) Halite
57. Which mineral is commonly used in insulation?
a) Calcite
b) Halite
c) Gypsum
d) Asbestos
Answer: d) Asbestos
58. Which mineral is used as a catalyst in the petroleum industry?
a) Quartz
b) Halite
c) Hematite
d) Molybdenite
Answer: d) Molybdenite
59. Which mineral is commonly used in the production of batteries?
a) Hematite
b) Graphite
c) Bauxite
d) Calcite
Answer: b) Graphite
60. Which mineral is the main source of phosphorus for plants?
a) Quartz
b) Halite
c) Apatite
d) Calcite
Answer: c) Apatite