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प्रश्न
Write an answer to the following question in your own words.
Write the names of five minerals and the useful substances obtained from them.
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उत्तर
Minerals are naturally occurring solid substances with a characteristic internal structure and properties. They are formed through geological processes that take millions of years. Examples of minerals are:
- Iron ore: It is used to make farming implements, railway lines and so on.
- Manganese: Manganese compounds are used in the production of pharmaceuticals as well as to turn glass pink. Manganese is also used in electric appliances.
- Bauxite: It contains 55% aluminium. As a result, it is primarily used in aircraft, transportation, and the production of electric wire.
- Copper: Copper is used in the manufacture of electric wires, radios, telephones, cars, kitchen utensils, and statues.
- Mica: It is used in a variety of applications, including ayurvedic medicines, dyes, electric machines and equipment, and wireless communication equipment.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Answer the following questions in about 30 words.
Distinguish between the following in not more than 30 words.
Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals
Answer the following questions in about 30 words.
How are minerals formed in igneous and metamorphic rocks?
State the difference between metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals.
Name some metallic minerals.
Name some non-metallic minerals.
Which country ranks first in South Asia with regard to easy availability of minerals?
Name the states rich in mineral resources.
Fill in the blank
All rocks are composed of ______.
Write true or false
Mica is a metallic mineral.
Answer the following question in one or two paragraphs
Give any three uses of copper.
