Question

Distinguish between ferrous and nonferrous minerals 0

Answer 1

Ferrous minerals are metals having iron content and non ferrous minerals do not have iron content.

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Answer 2

Ferrous Minerals: (1) Ferrous minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that contain iron (Fe) as an element in the composition.

(2)  Ferrous minerals show high magnetic properties.

(3) Ferrous minerals are less resistant to corrosion.

(4) Ferrous minerals are composed of mainly iron as hydroxide, carbonates or sulfides.

Nonferrous Minerals:(1) Nonferrous minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that do not contain iron (Fe) as an element in the composition.

(2) Nonferrous minerals do not show magnetic properties.

(3) Nonferrous minerals are more resistant to corrosion.

(4)  Nonferrous minerals are composed of various elements and combinations.