Question

QQ31. Consider the following statements : Statement I : Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from cement industry account for more than 5% of global carbon emissions. Statement II : Silica-bearing clay is mixed with limestone while manufacturing cement. Statement III : Limestone is converted into lime during clinker production for cement manufacturing. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Options

1. A Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I
2. B Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I
3. C Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement I
4. D Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct