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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
State the two uses of limestone
Name the mineral used in the manufacture of Cement
Name the mineral used in the manufacture of: Synthetics
Multiple choice questions.
Which one of the following minerals is formed by decomposition of rocks, leaving a residual mass of weathered material?
A metallic mineral for which the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh is famous.
Tick the correct answer.
Which one of the following is a leading producer of copper in the world?
Name some metallic minerals.
Write true or false
Bituminous coal has the highest carbon content.
Name a few minerals.
Answer the following question in brief:
Mention any three uses of coal.
