Bauxite and Its Distribution in Karnataka

Q. Which mineral is extracted from the Bauxite ore?

1. Iron
2. Gold
3. Aluminium
4. Copper

Q. Which district is the leading producer of bauxite ore in Karnataka?

1. Hasan
2. Gadag
3. Belagavi
4. Mandya

Q. Select the incorrect statement(s) about aluminium ore.

1. Aluminium is extracted from manganese.
2. It is not conductive in nature.
3. It is malleable.
4. It is used to make cement and electric wires.

Q. Which of the following is used in the manufacture of cement, steel and electric wires?

1. Magnetite
2. Bauxite
3. Hematite
4. Gold

Q. Which of the following is widely used in making utensils, foils, electric wires, and even aeroplanes?

1. Copper
2. Aluminium
3. Iron
4. Gold

Q. Which of the following two taluks of Belgavi are the leading producers of bauxite?

1. Khanapur, Belgavi
2. Gangamula, Belgavi
3. Hosadurga, Belgavi
4. Shankaragudda, Belgavi

Q. Bauxite is also used in the manufacturing of cement, steel and _____.

1. Electric wires
2. Pots
3. Paint
4. None of these

Q. Bauxite ore located in Belgavi is used to make aluminium for which of the following company?

1. Indian Aluminium Company
2. Bharat Aluminium Company
3. Aluminium Production Company of India
4. National Aluminium Company

Q. What are the properties of Aluminium?

1. Low melting point
2. Lightweight
3. High conductivity
4. High malleability

Q. Give a brief description of distribution of industries in the Lower Ganga Plain.

Q. Which of the following is generally extracted from the bauxite ore?

1. Copper
2. Manganese
3. Mica
4. Aluminium

Q. Aluminium has the strength of iron but is very light and is known for its conductivity and malleability.

1. False
2. True