Question
What is the mineral name of rock salt?
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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Halite
The question asks for the specific mineral name of rock salt.
Rock Salt Mineral Identification
Rock salt is a common name for a mineral that is primarily composed of sodium chloride (NaCl).
Analyzing Mineral Options
- Limonite is an iron ore, not related to salt.
- Hematite is also an iron oxide mineral, unrelated to salt.
- Halite is the specific mineral name for sodium chloride, commonly known as rock salt.
- Siderite is an iron carbonate mineral, also unrelated to salt.
Conclusion on Rock Salt Mineral
Based on geological and mineralogical definitions, the mineral name for rock salt is Halite.
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