Minerals and Energy Resources | 10 Minutes Rapid Revision | Class 10 SST

Digraj Singh Rajput12 minutes read

Minerals and Energy Resources chapter discusses metallic and non-metallic minerals, mineral formation, classification, mining processes, dangers, conservation, conventional and non-conventional energy sources, and methods of conservation. India's mineral distribution is concentrated in the Peninsula Plateau, with rich non-ferrous mineral areas essential for industries.

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  • The chapter on Minerals and Energy Resources delves into the classification, formation, mining processes, dangers, and conservation of minerals, alongside the exploration of conventional and non-conventional energy sources and conservation methods.
  • India's mineral distribution is concentrated in the Peninsula Plateau, with rich deposits of metallic minerals like iron ore and non-ferrous minerals like copper and bauxite, crucial for various industries.

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  • What are metallic minerals?

    Metallic minerals are naturally occurring substances with metal content.

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Minerals, Energy Resources: Formation, Classification, Distribution, Conservation

  • The chapter on Minerals and Energy Resources is divided into two main parts: minerals and energy resources.
  • Metallic and non-metallic minerals are discussed, along with explanations of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous minerals.
  • The chapter covers the theory of mineral formation, classification, mining processes, dangers of mining, and mineral conservation.
  • Energy resources are then explored, including conventional and non-conventional sources, and methods of conservation.
  • Minerals are defined as naturally occurring homogeneous substances with a definable internal structure.
  • Minerals can be found in various forms, including single minerals like limestone and impure particles.
  • Minerals are classified based on their origin and mode of occurrence, such as veins, beds, placer deposits, and ocean water.
  • Distribution of minerals in India is concentrated in the Peninsula Plateau, with some areas rich in non-ferrous minerals.
  • Metallic minerals like iron ore and non-ferrous minerals like copper and bauxite are essential for various industries.
  • Conventional energy sources like coal, petroleum, natural gas, and electricity are discussed, along with non-conventional sources like solar, wind, biowaste, tidal, and geothermal energy.

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