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Mineral and Power Resources — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8Social StudiesMineral and Power Resources2 Marks
Question
Distinguish between ferrous and nonferrous minerals.
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Answer

Difference between ferrous and nonferrous minerals.
S.No. Ferrous minerals Nonferrous minerals
1. Ferrous mineral does not contain iron. Non-ferrous mineral does not contain iron but may contain some other metal.
2. Example: iron ore, manganese and chromites Example: gold, silver, copper or lead.

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