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UPSC Prelims 2006 · World Geography · Countries, Rivers and Resources
Which one of the following countries is the leading producer of uranium?
- (a) United States of America
- (b) Canada
- (c) Germany
- (d) Zambia
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (b) Canada
In 2006 Canada was the leading uranium producer (Kazakhstan took over from 2009).
Why the others are wrong
(d) Zambia produces copper, not much uranium.
The trap
Answer by the year — today it would be Kazakhstan.
🔒 Uranium production now: Kazakhstan ~40%.
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