Q3 Write the features and uses of the following minerals: Copper, Bauxite, Mica and Limestone.
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Answer:
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Explanation:
India is endowed with a rich variety of mineral
resources due to its varied geological structure.
Bulk of the valuable minerals are products of
pre-palaezoic age (Refer: Chapter 2 of Class XI,
Textbook: “Fundamentals of Physical
Geography” and are mainly associated with
metamorphic and igneous rocks of the
peninsular India. The vast alluvial plain tract
of north India is devoid of minerals of economic
use. The mineral resources provide the country
with the necessary base for industrial
development. In this chapter, we shall discuss
the availability of various types of mineral and
energy resources in the country.
Answer:
Copper is ductile
Used in making electric fittings
Bauxite is the source of aluminium one of the lightest elements
Used in extraction of aluminium
Mica is stable when exposed to electricity, light, moisture, and extreme temperatures
Used in paints
Limestone is very soft and can be cut using a knife
Used in cement industry