Minerals are used in many industries.
- Minerals are used for making gems and then set in various styles for jewellery.
- Copper is used in many things from coins to pipes.
- Silicon, used in the computer industry is obtained from quartz.
- Aluminium obtained from its ore bauxite is used in automobiles and aeroplanes, bottling industry, buildings and even in kitchen cookware.
Further Reading:
- Physical characteristics of minerals
- NCERT Notes: Geography- Some major minerals and their characteristics
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| Geography Notes | UPSC IAS Prelims Examination: Important Cities and Rivers |
| National Mineral Policy 2019 | IAS Salary |
| UPSC Study Material | Geography Questions in UPSC Prelims |
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