Worksheet: Mineral and Energy Resources | Geography Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Minerals are defined as __________, naturally occurring substances with a definable internal structure.

Q2: Rocks are combinations of homogeneous substances called __________.

Q3: Metallic minerals can be classified into __________ types.

Q4: __________ is the finest iron ore with a very high iron content.

Q5: __________ is used in electrical cables, electronics, and chemical industries.

Q6: Mica is used in electric and electronic industries due to its excellent __________ properties.

Q7: Limestone is the basic raw material for the __________ industry.

Q8: The agency involved in the exploration of minerals in India is the __________.

Q9: Conventional sources of energy include coal, petroleum, natural gas, and __________.

Q10: __________ is produced by altering the structure of atoms and is used for generating nuclear power.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Metallic minerals are essential for the development of metallurgical industries.
Reason: Metallic minerals contain valuable metals used in various industries.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Coal is found in the Himalayan region.
Reason: Anthracite, a type of coal, is found in the Himalayan region.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Wind power is harnessed using wind turbines.
Reason: Wind turbines convert wind energy into electricity.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: Nuclear energy is obtained by altering the structure of atoms.
Reason: Uranium and Thorium are used for generating atomic or nuclear power.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: Solar energy is produced by the Sun’s light.
Reason: Photovoltaic technology converts sunlight directly into electricity.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Name two types of ferrous minerals.

Q2: What is the major use of copper in industries?

Q3: Where is uranium found in India?

Q4: What are the types of coal based on carbon content?

Q5: Name a non-metallic mineral used in the electric industry.

Q6: Which region in India has the largest wind farm cluster?

Q7: What is the primary use of bauxite?

Q8: Name two agencies involved in the exploration of minerals in India.

Q9: What is the basic raw material for the cement industry?

Q10: Which minerals are found in the Himalayan belt?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the role of ferrous minerals in the development of metallurgical industries in India.

Q2: Describe the major uses of copper in industries.

Q3: Explain the significance of limestone in the cement industry and smelting iron ore.

Q4: Discuss the types of coal based on carbon content and their locations in India.

Q5: Explain the sources and locations of natural gas in India.

Q6: Describe the major types of non-conventional energy sources.

Q7: Discuss the importance of nuclear energy resources in India.

Q8: Explain the ways to conserve energy resources.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the mode of occurrence of minerals in different types of rocks.

Q2: Discuss the distribution of metallic minerals in India with a focus on major regions.

Q3: Explain the significance of energy resources in various sectors of the national economy.

Q4: Discuss the importance of non-conventional energy sources for India's energy needs.