Which of the following is not the category of mineral?
A
Metallic mineral
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B
Precious mineral
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C
Non-metallic mineral
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D
Abrasive mineral
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E
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is B Precious mineral Precious metals are not minerals .Precious metals are rare, naturally occurring metallic chemical element of high economic value. Chemically, the precious metals tend to be less reactive than most elements. They are usually ductile and have a high lustre.