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प्रश्न
Distinguish between Metallic and non-metallic minerals.
What is the difference between metallic and non-metallic minerals?
Differentiate between metallic minerals and non-metalic minerals. Give an example of each.
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उत्तर
| Sr. No | Basis | Metallic minerals | Non-metallic minerals |
| 1. | Definition | These are minerals from which we get metals. They contain metals such as iron, copper, and gold. | These minerals do not contain metals. They can be biological (organic) or inorganic in origin. |
| 2. | Classification | Classified into ferrous (contain iron, e.g., iron ore) and non-ferrous (do not contain iron, e.g., copper, bauxite). | Organic non-metallic minerals (e.g., coal, petroleum) are formed from buried plant and animal remains. Inorganic ones include mica, limestone, and graphite. |
| 3. | Conductivity | Good conductors of heat and electricity. | Poor conductors of heat and electricity. |
| 4. | Examples | Iron ore, copper, gold, silver-lead, aluminium, tin, etc. | Coal, petroleum, limestone, mica, etc. |
Notes
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