Minerals and Uses

Front

What mineral is used to make electrical wires, brass, bronze, coins, plumbing, and jewelry?

Back

Copper

Front

Why are gemstones considered special?

Back

Because they are rare.

Front

What mineral is used to make fertilizer, paper, film, matches, tires, and medicines?

Back

Sulfur

Front

Which mineral is used for making glass, electrical components, and optical lenses?

Back

Quartz

Front

What are fossil fuels formed from?

Back

Decaying organisms.

Front

What is the primary use of copper in industries?

Back

Making electrical wires and plumbing.

Front

What characteristic makes gemstones valuable?

Back

Their rarity.

Front

What is sulfur commonly used for?

Back

Making fertilizers and medicines.

Front

What is quartz primarily used for?

Back

Making glass and optical lenses.

Front

What conditions are necessary for fossil fuel formation?

Back

Presence of decaying organisms in marine mud.