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Minerals and Power Resources — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 12 · Geography
Minerals and Power Resources revision notes for ICSE Class 12 Geography: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Geography syllabus.
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1. Minerals: meaning, types, and features
- A mineral is a natural substance of organic or inorganic origin with definite chemical and physical properties.
- Minerals are classified into two main types: metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals.
- Metallic minerals contain metal and provide metals on melting. Examples include iron ore, copper, manganese, nickel, and chromite.
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2. Distribution of minerals in India
- Minerals in India are unevenly distributed because of varied geological formations.
- Most minerals are found in older rock formations.
- Iron ore and manganese occur in the Dharwar System of pre-Cambrian rocks.
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3. Iron ore: varieties, reserves, and production
- Iron ore is the backbone of modern civilisation and the foundation of basic industry.
- Four major varieties of iron ore are magnetite, haematite, limonite, and siderite.
- Magnetite is the best quality iron ore, contains 72% pure iron, and has magnetic property.
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4. Mica and bauxite
- Mica has been used in India since ancient times as a medicinal item in Ayurveda and is known as abhrah.
- Mica is important in electrical and electronic industries because of its insulating properties.
- Mica can withstand high voltage and has a low power-loss factor.
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A mineral is a natural substanceThese minerals contain metal and provideThese minerals do not contain metalsFerrous minerals contain iron andIron ore is called the backbone
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What are the important topics in Minerals and Power Resources for ICSE Class 12 Geography?
Key topics in Minerals and Power Resources include Minerals: meaning, types, and features, Distribution of minerals in India, Iron ore: varieties, reserves, and production, Mica and bauxite. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Minerals and Power Resources for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 70 practice questions on Minerals and Power Resources. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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