Module 5: Important Minerals in Society Flashcards

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1
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In households, we use toothpaste that contains fluoride that comes from?

A

Fluorite

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2
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Face powder contains the softest mineral, which is _____.

A

talc

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3
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Commonly used to enhance the flavour of our food.

A

Salts

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4
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It is mostly used in electrical wiring because it is less expensive

A

Copper

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5
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It is a strong but very light metal that is used for teeth transplant

A

Titanium

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6
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Used as a source of heat energy to run a nuclear reactor.

A

Uranium

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7
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It is used to lower the acidity of the soil

A

Lime

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