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EXHIBIT D
<br /> TABLE D.(H).1 TABLE D(H) 1 EXPECTED INCIDENTAL PRODUCTS-2 OF 3
<br /> Incidental/ Magnetite (Fe,Mn)Nb206 • Steel Production Magnetite is a major source of iron,making it a crucial raw material in the production of
<br /> Secondary steel Its high Iron content makes it a valuable ore for iron and steel Industries Water treatment
<br /> • Coal Washing Magnetite is used in the coal washing process Its magnetic properties enable the separation
<br /> of coal from impurities Coal particles are mixed with magnetite and water,the mixture is then subjected to a
<br /> magnetic field which separates the coal from heavier impurities
<br /> • Dense Media Separation In dense media separation processes,magnetite is used as a dense medium This is
<br /> particularly common in mineral processing to separate minerals with different densities,a method often used
<br /> for separating diamonds from other material
<br /> • Magnetic Resonance imaging(MRI) Due to its magnetic properties,magnetite nanoparticles are used as
<br /> contrast agents in MRI scanning
<br /> • Catalysis Magnetite is used as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions,including the production of ammonia
<br /> in the Haber process
<br /> • Electronics and Magnetic Storage Due to its ferromagnetic nature,magnetite is used in magnetic tapes and
<br /> hard drives for data storage
<br /> • Energy Storage Research is being conducted on the use of magnetite in energy storage systems and as a
<br /> material for building lithium-ion batteries
<br /> • Soundproofing and Insulation Magnetite's density makes it useful for soundproofing and as an insulating
<br /> material in construction
<br /> Incidental/ Zircon ZrSiO4 • Ceramics Industry Zircon is extensively used in the production of ceramics,particularly in the manufacture Yes
<br /> Secondary of tiles,sanitary ware,and tableware It acts as an opacifier,imparting a white,opaque appearance and
<br /> improved strength and toughness to ceramic products
<br /> • Refractory Materials Due to its high heat resistance,zircon is used in the production of refractory materials,
<br /> like furnace linings and foundry molds It is especially valuable in high-temperature applications where robust
<br /> and heat resistant materials are needed
<br /> • Foundry Sands Zircon's high thermal stability makes it an excellent material for use in foundry sands for
<br /> casting metals It can withstand the high temperatures of molten metal without breaking down,ensuring the
<br /> precision and quality of cast metal products
<br /> • Zirconium Production Zircon is the primary source of zirconium metal,which has applications in nuclear
<br /> reactors due to its low neutron absorption characteristics Zirconium is also used in the production of super
<br /> alloys and in various chemical applications due to its corrosion resistance
<br /> Incidental/ Specialty SIO2 • Glass-making One of the primary uses of high-purity silica sand is in the production of glass It provides the No
<br /> On-demand Sand(Spec essential Si02(silicon dioxide)component of glass formula,which gives glass its transparency,strength,and
<br /> Sand) thermal resistance
<br /> • Foundry Sand In metal casting,specialty sand is used as a molding material,known as foundry sand Its high
<br /> melting point and resistance to heat make it ideal for forming molds into which molten metal is poured
<br /> • Oil and Gas Recovery(Frac Sand) In the hydraulic fracturing process used to extract oil and natural gas,
<br /> specialty sand known as frac sand is used It is pumped into wells to prop open fractures in rock layers,
<br /> allowing oil or gas to flow out
<br /> • Construction Specialty sand is used in the construction industry for its strength and durability,particularly in
<br /> the creation of concrete and asphalt
<br /> • Water Filtration Because of its uniform size and shape,specialty sand is used in water filtration systems It
<br /> helps to trap and filter out impurities from water,making it cleaner for consumption or use
<br /> • Sports and Leisure Specialty sands are used in sports fields,including golf courses(in bunkers)and in
<br /> volleyball courts,for their consistent grain size and drainage properties
<br /> • Landscaping In landscaping,specialty sand is used for its aesthetic appeal and for soil aeration and drainage
<br /> • Abrasives High-grade silica sand is used as an abrasive or sandblasting and other abrasive tools,for cleaning
<br /> and shaping surfaces
<br /> • Glass Beads and Other Decoratives Specialty sand can be processed into glass beads used for decorative
<br /> and reflective purposes in road marking and other applications
<br /> • Chemical Production Specialty sand is used in the production of certain chemicals,where silica is a required
<br /> component
<br /> • Ceramics and Refractories In the manufacturing of ceramics and refractory materials,specialty sands are
<br /> used because of their high silica content and thermal properties Civil engineering applications
<br /> Incidental/ Gravel Typically,gravel includes a mix of rock • Erosion and Drainage Control Gravel is effective for controlling erosion and managing drainage It's used in No
<br /> On-demand types and sizes,from small pebbles areas that require stabilization against water movement,and in settings where drainage is a concern,such as
<br /> to larger stones Common rock types around structures without gutters
<br /> found in gravel are • Landscaping and Decorative Purposes In landscaping,gravel serves both functional and aesthetic purposes
<br /> It's used for creating walkways,as a mulch replacement in gardens,and for decorative effects in landscape
<br /> Quartz design
<br /> Granite • Construction and Infrastructure Gravel is a key component in the construction industry It's used in making
<br /> Basalt concrete,creating foundations for roads,mixing with asphalt,and filling construction sites Gravel is also
<br /> Limestone utilized in producing other construction materials like blocks,pipes,and bricks In some instances,it's even
<br /> Sandstone used in blast furnaces as a flux material
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