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Approximately how much of the Earth's crust is composed of Pyroxene?
What is the characteristic color range of Feldspar mentioned in the notes?
Which mineral is described as a major component of sand and granite, known for being insoluble in water?
Which of the following minerals is found in its single-element form in the Earth's crust?

Consider the following statements about Magnetism in minerals: Which of the statements is/are correct?

  1. Quartz is a diamagnetic mineral that is weakly repelled.
  2. Magnetite and Hematite are classified as ferromagnetic/ferrimagnetic.
  3. Paramagnetic minerals like Garnet are strongly attracted and can retain magnetism.

    Consider statements regarding Cleavage and Fracture: Which of the statements is/are correct?

    1. Cleavage occurs along parallel planes due to internal atomic structure.
    2. Fracture occurs when minerals break but not through cleavage planes.
    3. Irregular crystals tend to exhibit cleavage rather than fracture.

      Consider the following statements regarding Relative Density:

      1. It is the amount of mass contained in a unit volume.
      2. Most minerals have a specific gravity falling between 10 and 20.
      3. Walker's steel yard is a tool used for its measurement.
        Which of the following neighbouring countries of India has the highest number of million cities?
        Which of the following is a human-made water body created by blocking the flow of a river or stream?
        A mineral that partially transmits light, such as Milky Quartz or Milky Calcite, is classified as:
        Mica is classified under which category of cleavage due to its ability to be easily broken down into smooth surfaces?
        Which of the following tools is NOT mentioned being useful for measuring weight using relative density?
        According to Moh’s Hardness Scale, which of the following minerals is harder than Quartz but softer than Corundum?
        .What type of lustre is described as having a "shine like grease applied on the mineral"?

        Consider the following statements regarding mineral properties: Which of the statements is/are correct?

        1. The refractive index of a mineral is one of the three primary factors determining its lustre.
        2. Minerals like Galena and Chalcopyrite exhibit non-metallic lustre.
        3. Adamantine lustre is characterized by the shine of a diamond.

          Analyze the following statements based on the provided classification:

          1. Vitreous, Pearly, and Silky are sub-types of Non-metallic lustre.
          2. Talc is identified as having a resinous lustre in the provided table.
          3. The capacity to absorb light has no influence on the appearance of lustre.

            Evaluate these statements regarding specific minerals and their lustre:

            1. Muscovite exhibits a pearly lustre, which is described as the shine of pearls
            2. Quartz and Zircon both fall under the category of Vitreous lustre.
            3. Metallic lustre is defined as the shine of metal.

              Consider the statements regarding the types of lustre and their examples:

              1. Sulphur is an example of a mineral with a greasy lustre.
              2. Non-metallic lustre is influenced by the nature of the reflecting surface.
              3. Magnetite, Pyrite, and Asbestos are all examples of metallic lustre.
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                Consider the following statements about the Leather and Automobile industries: Which of the statements is/are correct?

                1. The first leather manufacturing plant was in Chennai.
                2. The Central Leather Research Institute is in Chennai.
                3. Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland are among the main automobile companies in India.

                  Consider the following statements about the Cement Industry: Which of the statements is/are correct?

                  1. India is the second-largest producer of cement in the world.
                  2. The first cement plant was established in Chennai in 1904.
                  3. Madhya Pradesh is the leading state in cement consumption.

                    Consider the following regarding the Aluminum Industry:

                    1. NALCO has an alumina refinery in Damanjodi and a smelter in Angul.
                    2. HINDALCO is located in Maharashtra.
                    3. BALCO has plants in Korba and Ratnagiri.

                      Consider the following about the Wool industry: Which of the statements is/are correct?

                      1. "Lal Imli" is a major woolen mill established in 1876.
                      2. The "Land of Golden Wool" refers to Australia.
                      3. Rajasthan has the highest number of wool units in India.

                        Consider the statements regarding the Iron and Steel Industry: Which of the statements is/are correct?

                        1. Bokaro is the largest iron and steel industry in India.
                        2. Kulti (1870) was the first large iron and steel company in India.
                        3. Manganese and Limestone are necessary raw materials for this industry.

                          Consider the following statements about the Sugar Industry: Which of the statements is/are correct?

                          1. India is the world's largest producer of sugarcane.
                          2. The first sugar industry was established in Bettiah in 1840.
                          3. The Indian Institute of Sugar Cane is located in Lucknow.

                            Consider the Iron and Steel plants established during the Second Five-Year Plan:

                            1. Bhilai was established with help from the Soviet Union.
                            2. Durgapur was established with help from West Germany.
                            3. Rourkela was established with help from the UK.

                              consider these statements regarding the Jute Industry, Which of the statements is/are correct?

                              1. Jute is known as the "Golden Fiber."
                              2. The first jute mill was established in 1855 in Rashra.
                              3. Andhra Pradesh is the leading state in jute production in India.

                                Consider the following statements regarding the Cotton Industry: Which of the statements given are correct?

                                1. India is the largest producer of cotton in the world, followed by China.
                                2. The Indus Valley people were the first to cultivate cotton.
                                3. Kandla is the port that exports the largest number of textiles.

                                  Match the Industry Title with the correct City:

                                  Cottonopolis Kanpur
                                  Steel City Panipat
                                  Weaving Town Jamshedpur
                                  Leather Manufacturing Hub Mumbai

                                  Match the Aluminum Company with its primary location: Column A (Company) Column B (Location)

                                  HINDALCO Korba
                                  BALCO Alupuram
                                  NALCO Damanjodi
                                  INDAL Renukoot
                                  Which state is the leading producer of wool in India?
                                  In which year and location was the first modern textile mill established in India?
                                  Which iron and steel plant is the only one in India located near the sea coast?
                                  Which city is known as the "Manchester of South India"?
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                                  Consider the statements regarding the internal structure of minerals

                                  1. I. Crystal structure is naturally restricted if the mineral's growth is inhibited.
                                  2. II. Amorphous minerals are those that have developed independently in nature.
                                  3. III. "Luster" and "Transparency" are synonyms for the same physical property.

                                    Evaluate the following statements about mineral characteristics:

                                    1. "Streak" and "Color" are always identical for any given mineral.
                                    2. "Fracture" refers to the way a mineral breaks when it does not exhibit cleavage.
                                    3. Specific gravity is a measure of a mineral's relative density.

                                      Consider the following statements regarding mineral formation:

                                      1. External interference is a prerequisite for a mineral to acquire a definite crystal form.
                                      2. Amorphous minerals lack a definite crystal form due to restricted growth.
                                      3. All minerals, regardless of environment, eventually achieve full crystal growth.
                                        If a mineral’s growth is "restricted in any way," what is the most likely outcome for its physical structure?
                                        Which physical characteristic refers specifically to the color of a mineral in its finely powdered form?
                                        Which of the following best describes an "Amorphous" mineral?
                                        Under what specific condition does a mineral develop a "definite crystal form"?
                                        Nilgiri is one of the oldest mountain ranges, located at the tri-junction of which three states?
                                        Which are the two wettest places on Earth that receive more than 1,080 cm of rainfall in which a year?
                                        ആണികളില്ലാതെ പലകകൾ തുന്നിക്കെട്ടി നിർമ്മിക്കുന്ന പുരാതന രീതി ഉപയോഗിച്ച്, ഇന്ത്യൻ നാവികസേനയ്ക്ക് വേണ്ടി 'INSV കൗണ്ഡിന്യ' (INSV Kaundinya) എന്ന കപ്പൽ നിർമ്മിച്ച മലയാളി ശില്പി?

                                        Consider the statements regarding the geography of minerals in India: Which of the statements given is/are correct?

                                        1. Jharkhand is identified as the mineral-rich state of India.
                                        2. The Chota Nagpur plateau is considered a treasure trove of minerals.
                                        3. The Deccan plateau is the primary source of iron ore in Odisha.

                                          Consider the statements regarding iron ore in Karnataka: Which of the statements given are correct?

                                          1. Karnataka is one of the states where iron ore is mostly found.
                                          2. Bellary and Shimogga are key mining areas in Karnataka.
                                          3. Sundargarh is a major mining district located in Karnataka.

                                            Analyze these statements about Iron Ore producing states: Which of the statements given are correct?

                                            1. Andhra Pradesh and Goa are mentioned as "other states" producing iron ore.
                                            2. Madhya Pradesh is not involved in iron ore production.
                                            3. Orissa is listed as one of the states that produce the most iron ore.

                                              Consider the following statements about mining districts: Which of the statements given are correct?

                                              1. Chikkamagaluru is a mining area in Karnataka.
                                              2. Selam is a mining area in Tamil Nadu.
                                              3. Singhbhum is a mining area in Odisha.

                                                Consider the following statements regarding the distribution and trade of minerals:Which of the statements given are correct?

                                                1. More than half of India's iron ore is used for domestic purposes only.
                                                2. The Chota Nagpur plateau region spans across the mineral-rich state of Jharkhand.
                                                3. Iron ore is classified as a metallic mineral containing iron.