answer all the questions
Are rocks considered valuable natural resources? Explain.
What are common production uses of aluminum?
What are common uses of the mineral quartz?
Bornite is an ore from which mineral?
What is the difference between coal and a mineral? Explain.
1. Rocks are considered valuable natural resources because they can be used for construction, in manufacturing processes, as building materials, and for energy production. Some rocks also contain valuable minerals that are used in various industries.
2. Common production uses of aluminum include manufacturing of airplanes, cars, and other vehicles, as well as in construction materials, electrical wiring, and packaging materials.
3. Common uses of the mineral quartz include in the production of glass, ceramics, electronics, and jewelry. It is also used in the manufacturing of abrasives, concrete, and as a filler in various products.
4. Bornite is an ore from which the mineral copper is extracted. It is also known as peacock ore due to its iridescent colors.
5. The main difference between coal and a mineral is that coal is a naturally occurring organic substance formed from the remains of plants, while minerals are inorganic substances that are naturally formed in the earth's crust. Coal is primarily used as a source of energy through combustion, while minerals have various industrial and commercial uses based on their properties.