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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
Name the mineral used in the manufacture of: Synthetics
Which state is the largest producer of mineral oil?
Answer the following questions in about 30 words.
What is a mineral?
Answer the following questions.
What is an ore? Where are the ores of metallic minerals generally located?
Distinguish between the following.
Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals
Distinguish between the following.
Metallic and non-metallic minerals
Name an old and a new mineral oil producing area.
Write true or false
Bauxite is the lightest metal.
Write true or false
Mica is a metallic mineral.
Answer the following question in brief:
Mention any three uses of coal.
