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classify and explain different types of minerals​

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Explanation:

Minerals are classified based on their crystal form and chemistry. Minerals are divided into two types namely metallic and non-metallic.

Answer 2

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classify and explain different types of minerals ?

Answer ➡ Minerals are of different types . Generally , they are classified on the basis of their properties :

1. Metallic minerals
2. Non - metallic minerals
3. Mineral Fuels

Explaining different types of minerals :-

1. METALLIC MINERALS are hard substances with a shine or lustre . They can be sub - divided into two categories : -

• Ferrous containing iron . It includes iron ore and mangnanese ore.
• Non - Ferrous containing metals other than iron . It includes ores of gold and silver .

2. NON - METALLIC MINERALS do not contain metals and are lighter than metallic minerals . Generally , they contain :

• Building materials such as sandstone , limestone , granite , basalt , marble , etc.
• Gems such as diamond , topaz , garnet etc .
• Others such as mica , sulpher , salt , etc.

3. MINERAL FUELS are obtained from sedimentary rocks . They consist of coal ( solid ) , petroleum ( liquid ) and natural gas ( gaseous ) .

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