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Mineral and Energy Resources I — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 10 · Geography

What Mineral and Energy Resources I covers in ICSE Class 10 Geography: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 10 Geography syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 10 Geography · 2026-27

Topics in Mineral and Energy Resources I

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1. Introduction to Minerals

  • Minerals are found in the earth’s crust and are extracted from ores.
  • Metallic minerals contain metals and are generally found in igneous rocks.
  • Non-metallic minerals do not contain metals and are found in sedimentary rocks.
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2. Iron Ore

  • Iron ore is the backbone of modern industries.
  • India is among the world's top ten countries in iron ore reserves.
  • The main varieties of iron ore are magnetite, haematite, limonite and siderite.
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3. Manganese

  • India ranks third in the world in manganese production.
  • Manganese is the most important mineral for making iron and steel.
  • Nearly 9 kg of manganese is required for manufacturing one tonne of steel.
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4. Bauxite

  • India is the third largest producer of bauxite in the world.
  • Bauxite is the raw material for making aluminium.
  • Bauxite is a rock consisting of hydrated aluminium oxides.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Mineral resources and their distribution in India

MineralsTypes of mineralsIron oreManganeseBauxiteCopperMineral distribution in IndiaIndustrial importance of minerals

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Key topics in Mineral and Energy Resources I include Introduction to Minerals, Iron Ore, Manganese, Bauxite. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 10 board exam.
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Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 42 practice questions on Mineral and Energy Resources I. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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