Evaporites,common where salinization occurs,are mined commercially from lakebeds in
A)Chaplin,Saskatchewan.
B)Abbotsford,B.C.
C)Red Deer,Alberta.
D)Brandon,Manitoba.
E)Thunder Bay,Ontario

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Chaplin, Saskatchewan is well-known for its vast saltwater lakes, such as the Chaplin Lake, and for being one of the largest producers of potash, a type of evaporite. Potash is used primarily for fertilizers and other industrial purposes, and its extraction has brought employment and revenue to the region. Therefore, A) is the best choice for the location where evaporites are mined.

Evaporites,common Where Salinization Occurs,are Mined Commercially from Lakebeds in