Question

differentiate between metallic and non-metalic mineral with example.​.
3 marks question

Answer 1

Answer: Metallic minerals:

1.Igneous and metamorphic rocks formations contain metallic minerals.

2. On the melting of metallic minerals, a new product is obtained.

3. For ex. Iron, copper, gold, bauxite.

Non-Metallic minerals:

1.On the contrary, non-metallic minerals can be found in sedimentary rocks and young fold mountains.

2.No new product is obtained from non-metallic minerals when they are melted.

3. For ex. clay, diamond, mica, gypsum.

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