Question

Differentiate between metallic and non-metallic minerals

Answer 1

Metallic minerals :

1. Metallic minerals contains metals in the raw form.
2. These metals are generally associated with igneous rocks.
3. For example: iron, copper, bauxite and tin.

Non- Metallic minerals:

1. Non - metallic minerals do not contains metals.
2. These metals are generally associated with sedimentary rocks.
3. For example: coal, salt , mica etc.