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Minerals — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 6 · Geography

4 concept maps of Minerals for ICSE Class 6 Geography, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 6 Geography syllabus.

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A hierarchical flowchart illustrating the classification of minerals into metallic and non-metallic, further branching into ferrous/non-ferrous for metallic, and organic/inorganic for non-metallic, wi
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4 Concept Maps

Characteristics and formation of minerals

Characteristics and formation of minerals

The map in words

  • Minerals
    • Naturally Occurring
      • Found in Earth's Crust
        • Used in Industries
    • Solid Form
    • Definite Chemical Composition
    • Inorganic Formation

Decision tree distinguishing minerals from ores

Decision tree distinguishing minerals from ores

The map in words

  • Minerals
    • Contains valuable metal in high concentration?
      • Yes: Is it economically profitable to extract?
        • Yes: Classified as ORE
          • Can be mined profitably
          • Example: Bauxite
          • Example: Hematite
        • No: Remains a Mineral Not classified as Ore
          • Example: Quartz

Classification of minerals into metallic and non-metallic types

Classification of minerals into metallic and non-metallic types

The map in words

  • Minerals
    • Metallic Minerals
      • Ferrous
        • Iron
        • Manganese
      • Non-Ferrous
        • Copper
        • Gold
        • Silver
        • Bauxite
        • Uranium
    • Non-Metallic Minerals
      • Limestone
      • Mica
      • Mineral Fuels
        • Coal
        • Petroleum
        • Natural Gas

Minerals

Minerals

The map in words

  • Minerals
    • Definition of Minerals
    • Ores
    • Types of Minerals
    • Metallic Minerals
    • Non-Metallic Minerals
    • Uses of Minerals
    • Distribution in India
    • Distribution in the World

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Minerals for ICSE Class 6 Geography?
Key topics in Minerals include What Are Minerals and Ores?, Types of Minerals, Important Metallic Minerals, Important Non-Metallic Minerals. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
What do the concept maps for Minerals show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Minerals connect: Characteristics and formation of minerals; Decision tree distinguishing minerals from ores. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Minerals for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 89 practice questions on Minerals. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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