For the manufacture of Portland cement, the proportions of raw materials used are

A.

lime 63% ; silica 22% ; other ingredients 15%

B.

lime 22% ; silica 63% ; other ingredients 15%

C.

silica 40% ; lime 40% ; other ingredients 20%

D.

silica 70% ; lime 20% ; other ingredients 10%

Correct answer is A

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