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What are the two broad classifications of metallic minerals? List one example for each.

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What are the two broad classifications of metallic minerals? List one example for each.

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The two broad classifications of metallic minerals are:

  1. Ferrous Minerals: These are minerals that contain a significant amount of iron.
    Example: Iron ore (or Manganese).
  2. Non-Ferrous Minerals: These are minerals that do not contain iron.
    Example: Copper (or Bauxite).
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Chapter 8: Minerals and Energy Resources in India - Part I - Exercises [Page 187]

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Austine Vas, Hemant M. Pednekar, Vidhya Malar Geography Our Earth [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 8 Minerals and Energy Resources in India - Part I
Exercises | Q V. 2. | Page 187
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