Question

Which one of the following minerals is contained in the Monazite sand?
(a) oil (b) uranium (c) thorium (d) coal

NCERT Class X
Social Studies - Contemporary India

Chapter _ MINERALS AND ENERGY RESOURCES

Answer 1

Thoruim is the mineral that is contained in the monazite sand.

Therefore, the correct answer is "C".

It is a vital ore for thorium, lanthanum, and cerium.

It is found in India, Madagascar, and South Africa. Monazite is radioactive because of the presence of thorium.

Due to its radioactive nature, it is mainly used for geochronology.

Answer 2

Hey mate here's your answer.....

It is thorium.

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