explain the role of minerals in industrialization?
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Answer:
Silica sand is used to make glass, ceramics, and abrasives. While industrial minerals are defined as non-metallic, there are a few that have metallurgical properties, such as bauxite, which is the primary source of aluminum ore and is also used to make cement and abrasives.
ANSWER:
Minerals are mined in Industries for commercial purpose and it is used based on physical and chemical properties and are defined to be non-metallic.
EXPLANATION:
Industrial minerals could be used either in its natural form or as an additive. These kind of minerals find its application in various field such as construction, filtration, electronics and ceramics.
Few examples of Industrial minerals includes Quartz, Zeolites and Phosphate that are used for making jewelry, catalysts and for industrial purposes respectively.