List some of the uses of minerals around us?
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iron (as steel) is used in cars or for frames of buildings, copper is used in electrical wiring, and aluminium is used in aircraft and to make drink cans. Precious metals are used in jewellery and mobile phones. Construction minerals include sand and gravel, brick clay and crushed rock aggregates.
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A mineral, also known as a mineral species, is a solid chemical compound that exists naturally in pure form.
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To name a few, these are the 4 types of minerals around us:
- Bauxite is an important aluminum resource that is found in sedimentary rocks. It contains aluminum that has been leached from the soil above. Bauxite is utilized in a variety of industries, including the chemical, refractory, abrasive, cement, steel, and gasoline industries.
- Copper is a widely used metal all around the world. It's utilized for money, jewelry, plumbing, and power transmission. It's an orange-red metal with a delicate sheen to it. Copper is mostly utilized in electrical equipment like wires and motors. This is due to the fact that it transmits heat and electricity well and can be dragged into wires.
- For the most part, gold is the most well-known metal. Jewelry, dentistry, electronics, and a variety of other uses employ it. It is the most malleable metal, allowing for a wider range of applications.
- Lead has a negative reputation for poisonous properties, which may have been exacerbated by fear. It cannot be absorbed through the skin or through inhaling, but it can be dangerous if it comes into contact with food or drink. Paint, pencils, and dining utensils all used to contain it. Car batteries, pigments, ammunition, cable sheathing, lifting weights, diving weight belts, lead crystal glass, radiation protection, and some solders still use lead.
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