Question

distinguish between ferrous and non ferrous

Answer 1

Answer:

Ferrous Minerals:

• Ferrous minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that contain iron (Fe) as an element in the composition.

• Ferrous minerals show high magnetic properties.
• Ferrous minerals are less resistant to corrosion.
• Ferrous minerals are composed of mainly iron as hydroxide, carbonates or sulfides.
• hey are composed of a high percentage of iron.

Nonferrous Minerals:

• Nonferrous minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that do not contain iron (Fe) as an element in the composition.

• Nonferrous minerals do not show magnetic properties.
• Nonferrous minerals are more resistant to corrosion.
• Nonferrous minerals are composed of various elements and combinations.
• They do not have iron in their chemical composition.

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