Question

Distinguish between the following: Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals.

Answer 1

Ferrous minerals	Non-ferrous minerals
1. These minerals contain mostly iron.	1. These minerals mostly do not contain iron.
2. These minerals are magnetic.	2. These minerals are not magnetic.
3. Less resistant to corrosion.	3. More resistant to corrosion.
4. These minerals weigh more.	4. These minerals weigh less.
5. Examples: Manganese and iron etc.	5. Examples: Gold, copper, zinc, etc.