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Q. Consider the following statements:
  1. Manganese is mainly used in the manufacturing of steel and ferro-manganese alloy.
  2. It is also used in manufacturing bleaching powder, insecticides and paints.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Manganese is mainly used in the manufacturing of steel and ferro-manganese alloy. Nearly 10 kg of manganese is required to manufacture one tonne of steel. It is also used in manufacturing bleaching powder, insecticides and paints.
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