Mineral Resources and Their Characteristics

The video discusses the significance of minerals in daily life, their historical use, and their role in industrial development. It classifies minerals into organic and inorganic types, explains mining methods, and details the global distribution of key minerals. The video also covers India's mineral resources, conservation strategies, and power resources like coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

What is the primary characteristic that defines a mineral?

• Its location

• Its size

• Its chemical composition

• Its color

Which age is marked by the use of copper?

• Stone Age

• Bronze Age

• Iron Age

• Copper Age

What is the main difference between metallic and non-metallic minerals?

• Non-metallic minerals are always synthetic

• Metallic minerals are organic

• Non-metallic minerals are found in igneous rocks

• Metallic minerals contain metals

Which method is used to extract minerals located deep under the surface?

• Quarrying

• Shaft mining

• Open-pit mining

• Drilling

Which country is the largest producer of manganese?

• Russia

• South Africa

• India

• Australia

What is a major challenge in the distribution of mineral resources in India?

• Overabundance of resources

• Even distribution across the country

• Uneven distribution

• Lack of mining technology

Which of the following is a method to conserve mineral resources?

• Recycling metals

• Ignoring wastage

• Using more fossil fuels

• Increasing mining activities

What is the primary use of coal in the modern world?

• For making jewelry

• For generating thermal electricity

• As a raw material for plastics

• As a transport fuel

Which region holds the majority of the world's petroleum reserves?

• North America

• South America

• Persian Gulf

• East Asia

What is the main component of natural gas?

• Ethane

• Methane

• Butane

• Propane