Mineral and Power Resources Quiz

What are minerals?

• Only inorganic substances

• Only organic substances

• Artificially created substances

• Homogenous, naturally occurring substances

Which of the following is an example of an organic mineral?

• Copper

• Iron

• Bauxite

• Coal

What is open pit mining?

• Boring deep wells

• Removal from an open pit or burrow

• Excavating a vertical tunnel

• Dug out minerals near the surface

Which country is the largest producer of copper?

• Chile

• USA

• Canada

• Russia

What is bauxite used for?

• Making steel

• Making utensils and spare parts

• Making batteries

• Making jewelry

Which mineral is used to make alloys?

• Mica

• Gold

• Limestone

• Iron

What is the primary use of coal?

• Making glass

• Making plastics

• Making jewelry

• Generating thermal electricity

What is a major advantage of hydroelectric power?

• It is non-renewable

• It causes pollution

• It is very expensive

• It is a renewable resource

Which of the following is a non-conventional energy resource?

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

• Coal

• Solar power

What is biogas obtained from?

• Organic waste

• Minerals

• Coal

• Natural gas