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Minerals and Energy Resources

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 10 · Social Science

NCERT Solutions for Minerals and Energy Resources — Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 Social Science.

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1(i)Which one of the following minerals is formed by decomposition of rocks, leaving a residual mass of weathered material?Show solution
The chapter says bauxite is formed by the decomposition of surface rocks, leaving a residual mass of weathered material containing ores. So the correct option is (b) bauxite.

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1(ii)Koderma, in Jharkhand is the leading producer of which one of the following minerals?Show solution
The chapter states that the Koderma-Gaya-Hazaribagh belt of Jharkhand is the leading producer of mica. So the correct option is (b) mica.

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1(iii)Minerals are deposited and accumulated in the stratas of which of the following rocks?Show solution
The chapter says minerals occur in beds or layers in sedimentary rocks and are deposited and accumulated in horizontal strata. So the correct option is (a) sedimentary rocks.

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1(iv)Which one of the following minerals is contained in the Monazite sand?Show solution
The chapter says the monazite sands of Kerala are rich in thorium. So the correct option is (c) thorium.

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2(i)Distinguish between the following in not more than 30 words.Show solution
- Ferrous minerals contain iron; non-ferrous minerals do not contain iron.
- Conventional sources are old, commonly used sources like coal and petroleum; non-conventional sources are newer renewable sources like solar, wind and tidal energy.

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2(ii)What is a mineral?
2(iii)How are minerals formed in igneous and metamorphic rocks?
2(iv)Why do we need to conserve mineral resources ?
3(i)Describe the distribution of coal in India.
3(ii)Why do you think that solar energy has a bright future in India?

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Minerals and Energy Resources covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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