Distinguish between

Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals.

Conventional and non-conventional sources of energy.

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List and differentiate the characteristics of ferrous and non-ferrous minerals.

List and differentiate the characteristics of conventional and non-conventional sources of energy.

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Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals

Ferrous Minerals Non-ferrous Minerals

The minerals which contain iron are known as ferrous minerals. The minerals which do not contain iron are known as non-ferrous minerals.

Ferrous minerals are magnetic and highly corrosive. Non-ferrous minerals are non-magnetic and are resistant to corrosion.

Ferrous minerals have very high tensile strength. Non-ferrous minerals have low tensile strength.

These minerals provide a strong base for the development of metallurgical industries. These minerals are vital for industries like metallurgical, engineering and electrical industries.

Examples: Iron ore, manganese, cobalt etc. Examples: Aluminium, copper, zinc, etc.

Conventional and non-conventional sources of energy

Conventional Energy Sources Non-conventional Energy Sources

Conventional sources of energy are the sources that are commonly in use since a long time. Non-conventional sources of energy refer to sources that are considerably new in terms of usage.

They pollute the environment on a large scale and add to global warming. They are environment-friendly sources which do not cause pollution.

Conventional sources of energy are generally non-renewable sources. Non-conventional sources are generally renewable sources of energy.

Examples: Coal, petroleum, and natural gas. Examples: Solar energy, wind energy, tidal energy, and geothermal energy.

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Ferrous Minerals	Non-ferrous Minerals
The minerals which contain iron are known as ferrous minerals.	The minerals which do not contain iron are known as non-ferrous minerals.
Ferrous minerals are magnetic and highly corrosive.	Non-ferrous minerals are non-magnetic and are resistant to corrosion.
Ferrous minerals have very high tensile strength.	Non-ferrous minerals have low tensile strength.
These minerals provide a strong base for the development of metallurgical industries.	These minerals are vital for industries like metallurgical, engineering and electrical industries.
Examples: Iron ore, manganese, cobalt etc.	Examples: Aluminium, copper, zinc, etc.

Conventional Energy Sources	Non-conventional Energy Sources
Conventional sources of energy are the sources that are commonly in use since a long time.	Non-conventional sources of energy refer to sources that are considerably new in terms of usage.
They pollute the environment on a large scale and add to global warming.	They are environment-friendly sources which do not cause pollution.
Conventional sources of energy are generally non-renewable sources.	Non-conventional sources are generally renewable sources of energy.
Examples: Coal, petroleum, and natural gas.	Examples: Solar energy, wind energy, tidal energy, and geothermal energy.