Question

1. Describe briefly the ferrous mineral formed in India.

2. Explain in detail, the formation, uses and distribution of Bauxite.

Answer 1

2.

Formation :

Bauxite deposits are formed by the decomposition of a wide variety of rocks rich in aluminium silicates.

Distribution :

India's Bauxite deposits are mainly found in the Amarkantak plateau, Maikal hills and the plateau region of Bilaspur-Katni. Odisha was the largest Bauxite producing state of India in 2009-10 with 34.97% of the country's total production.

Uses :

It combines the strength of metals such as iron.