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Which minerals support Pakistan's cement industry?
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Pakistanās growing cement industry, which is a significant component of the country's manufacturing sector, relies primarily on its enormous reserves of limestone.1
Additionally, gypsum is a key mineral utilized in the production of portland cement, where it serves as a vital retarder to control the setting time of the material.2