Miners At Melagash Salt Mine In Nova Scotia, 1944

The video discusses Canada's significant salt production, primarily used for the war effort. It highlights three types of salt sourced from Nova Scotia and the challenging mining conditions 800 feet underground. The salt, nearly 99% pure, is essential for producing high-test gas, synthetic rubber, vitamin capsules, and munitions.

What is the primary use of Canada's salt production during the war effort?

• For industrial purposes

• To support the war effort

• To enhance food flavor

• For export to other countries

Where is the salt mine located that produces three kinds of salt?

• North Coast of Nova Scotia

• West Coast of Nova Scotia

• South Coast of Nova Scotia

• East Coast of Nova Scotia

How deep do miners work beneath the Earth's surface in the salt mine?

• 800 feet

• 500 feet

• 600 feet

• 700 feet

What is the purity level of the salt mined in Nova Scotia?

• 95%

• 97%

• 99%

• 100%

Which of the following is NOT a product made from the salt mined in Nova Scotia?

• Vitamin capsules

• Textile fibers

• Synthetic rubber

• High-test gas