Major Minerals — Set 4
Geography · प्रमुख खनिज · Questions 31–40 of 60
Which mineral is used in the manufacturing of dry cell batteries and paints?
Correct Answer: B. Manganese
Manganese is an important mineral used in the chemical and battery industries. It acts as an oxidizing agent in dry cell batteries. Most of India's manganese is used in the production of steel.
The Singareni collieries are located in the river valley of which river?
Correct Answer: D. Godavari
The Singareni collieries are located in the Godavari valley in Telangana. They are a major source of coal for South India's thermal power plants. These deposits belong to the Gondwana coal group.
Which state is the largest producer of Mica in India?
Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is the leading producer of mica in India, with major mines in the Nellore district. Mica is valued for its insulating properties in the electronics sector. India was once the world's largest exporter of sheet mica.
Which type of coal is also known as 'Brown Coal'?
Correct Answer: C. Lignite
Lignite is commonly called brown coal because of its color. It is a low-grade coal with high moisture content and lower heating value. In India, it is mainly found in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan.
The Hazaribagh plateau in Jharkhand is a major center for which mineral?
Correct Answer: D. Mica
Hazaribagh is a well-known region for high-quality mica production. The mica found here is often of the muscovite variety. It is used in everything from cosmetics to electrical components.
Which mineral is predominantly found in the beach sands of Tamil Nadu and Kerala?
Correct Answer: C. Ilmenite
Ilmenite is an important titanium-bearing mineral found in the heavy beach sands of the Indian coast. Titanium is used in aerospace and medical industries for its strength and biocompatibility. India has some of the world's largest reserves of these minerals.
Which state is the leading producer of Salt in India?
Correct Answer: C. Gujarat
Gujarat accounts for more than 70% of India's total salt production. The long coastline and dry climate provide ideal conditions for salt harvesting from seawater. Salt is both an essential food item and a raw material for the chemical industry.
The 'Kolar Gold Fields' are located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Karnataka
The Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) are located in Karnataka. They were once one of the deepest mines in the world. Although large-scale mining has ceased, the site remains culturally and historically significant.
Which Indian state is the largest producer of Lead?
Correct Answer: D. Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the primary producer of lead in India. Lead is mostly found as the mineral galena in association with zinc. It is an important metal for the battery and ammunition industries.
The Korba coalfield is located in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: D. Chhattisgarh
Korba is a major coal-producing district in Chhattisgarh. It supplies coal to large power plants and aluminum smelters in the state. Chhattisgarh is one of the top coal-producing states in India.