Zinc oxide is normally used in the manufacture of

Correct answer: (a) Paints

Explanation

Zinc oxide (ZnO), sold as zinc white, is a white pigment used in paints. It is also used in rubber, ceramics, ointments and sunscreens, cosmetics and as a food additive.

It is not normally used to make explosives or solvents.

Some answer keys give (d) More than one of the above; zinc oxide is not normally used to make explosives or solvents.