Q1
What are metallic minerals?
AMinerals like iron and copper
BOnly fuels like coal
COnly non-metallic minerals
DNo minerals at all
CBSEClass 10 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 10 · Topic 1
Types of Minerals and Their Distribution
India has diverse mineral resources, classified as metallic (like iron and copper) or non-metallic (like coal and mica), distributed unevenl
Core concept
Metallic minerals, like iron ore, are found mainly in states like Odisha, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh, and are used in industries like steel manufacturing.
How it works
Non-metallic minerals, like coal, are important for energy production, with major coal reserves found in states like Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha.
Why it matters
Some regions are rich in specific minerals due to geological history - for instance, the Chota Nagpur Plateau is rich in coal, iron ore, and other minerals due to ancient rock formations.
Key detail
Mineral distribution significantly influences industrial location, as industries often develop near mineral-rich regions to reduce transportation costs for raw materials.
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• Minerals are classified as metallic or non-metallic.
• Iron ore is a metallic mineral.
• Iron ore is found mainly in Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.
• Coal is a non-metallic mineral important for energy.
• Major coal reserves are in Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha.
• The Chota Nagpur Plateau is rich in coal and iron ore.
• This is due to ancient rock formations.
• Mineral distribution influences industrial location.