What is meant by metal mineral and non - metal mineral?
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Metallic Minerals are minerals in which metal elements are present in their raw form. Non-metallic minerals do not contain any metal substances in them. When metallic minerals are melted a new product is formed. ... Metallic minerals are usually found in igneous and metamorphic rock formations.
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Metallic minerals are minerals which contain one or more metallic elements. Metallic minerals occur in rare, naturally formed concentrations known as mineral deposits. ... Ontario is a leading producer of metals such as platinum group metals, nickel, cobalt, gold, copper, silver and zinc.
Nonmetallic minerals are a special group of chemical elements from which no new product can be generated if they are melted. Nonmetallic minerals are, for example, sand, gravel, limestone, clay, and marble. ... The nonmetallic minerals industry is best known for the production of cement, ceramics, glass, and lime products.