State PCS PYQPrelims 2019

UPPCS · Question 52

Which one of the following materials contains calcium?

  1. China clay
  2. Corundum
  3. Gypsum
  4. Talc
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Answer: (C) Gypsum

Explanation

Gypsum is hydrated calcium sulphate (CaSO4·2H2O). China clay is kaolinite (aluminium silicate), corundum is Al2O3 and talc is magnesium silicate.