- Zimbabwe: Major lithium deposits are concentrated in the southern and central parts, particularly Matabeleland South. Important hard-rock lithium deposits occur in pegmatites, mainly containing spodumene and petalite.
- Argentina: Lithium is concentrated in the north-western Andes, especially in the Puna region of Jujuy, Salta and Catamarca. It is mainly found in salt flats (salars) and extracted from lithium-rich brines.
- India: Important lithium resources have been identified in Jammu & Kashmir, particularly the Reasi district at the Salal-Haimana area. Lithium resources have also been reported in Karnataka.
With reference to lithium deposits, consider the following statements:
- Lithium deposits in Zimbabwe are mainly associated with hard-rock formations.
- Argentina’s lithium resources are largely associated with brines in salt flats.
- India’s important identified lithium resources include the Reasi area of Jammu & Kashmir.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
Zimbabwe is known for hard-rock lithium, particularly pegmatite deposits. Argentina is part of the Lithium Triangle and has major brine resources in high-altitude salt flats. India has identified lithium resources in the Reasi area of Jammu & Kashmir.
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