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Question 1

What are minerals?

Answer 1

Naturally occurring inorganic substances with a definite chemical composition.

Question 2

True or False: Minerals are renewable resources.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Name two types of minerals.

Answer 3

Metallic and non-metallic minerals.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Coal and petroleum are examples of __________ resources.

Answer 4

Fossil fuels

Question 5

What is the primary use of metallic minerals?

Answer 5

They are primarily used in the manufacturing of machinery and construction.

Question 6

Which mineral is known as the ‘black gold’?

Answer 6

Coal

Question 7

What are energy resources?

Answer 7

Natural resources that can be converted into energy.

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a non-renewable energy resource? A) Solar B) Wind C) Natural Gas D) Biomass

Answer 8

C) Natural Gas

Question 9

Define renewable resources.

Answer 9

Resources that can be replenished naturally over time.

Question 10

True or False: Solar energy is a renewable resource.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

What is the process of extracting minerals from the earth called?

Answer 11

Mining

Question 12

Name one disadvantage of using fossil fuels.

Answer 12

They contribute to environmental pollution.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The three main types of coal are lignite, bituminous, and __________.

Answer 13

Anthracite

Question 14

What is the significance of energy resources?

Answer 14

They are essential for economic development and industrial growth.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a metallic mineral? A) Gypsum B) Iron C) Limestone D) Phosphate

Answer 15

B) Iron

Question 16

What is the main component of natural gas?

Answer 16

Methane

Question 17

True or False: Hydropower is a form of renewable energy.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

What is the environmental impact of mining?

Answer 18

It can lead to soil erosion, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity.

Question 19

Name one use of non-metallic minerals.

Answer 19

They are used in the manufacturing of cement and glass.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: __________ energy is derived from the heat of the Earth.

Answer 20

Geothermal

Question 21

What is the role of minerals in the economy?

Answer 21

They contribute to various industries and provide raw materials for production.

Question 22

Multiple Choice: Which mineral is primarily used in batteries? A) Copper B) Gold C) Silver D) Zinc

Answer 22

A) Copper

Question 23

What is the term for the depletion of natural resources?

Answer 23

Resource exhaustion

Question 24

True or False: The sun is a source of non-renewable energy.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What is the importance of conservation of energy resources?

Answer 25

To ensure sustainable development and prevent resource depletion.

Question 26

Name one method of renewable energy generation.

Answer 26

Wind power generation.