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1. 1.

   What is a mineral? State two characteristics of minerals.

2. 2.

   Name two uses of Iron ore.

3. 3.

   Name two varieties of Iron ore used in industry.

4. 4.

   What grade of Iron ore is mostly mined in India?

5. 5.

   Name two leading States producing manganese. Name two industrial uses of manganese.

6. 6.

   Name one important non-ferrous metal which is being used since ancient time.