indian minerals & energy resources section 6 Practice Questions Answers Test with Solutions & More Shortcuts

Answer: (a)

The Jaduguda Mine is a uranium mine in Jaduguda village in the Purbi Singhbhum district of the Indian state of Jharkhand. It commenced operation in 1967 and was the first uranium mine in India. The deposits at this main were discovered in 1951.

As of March 2012, India only possesses two functional uranium mines, including the Jaduguda Mine.

Answer: (d)

In India, Coal is found in the geological formation of Gondwana.

Answer: (b)

Answer: (c)

Coking coal or metallurgical coal is an essential ingredient for production of Steel.

Answer: (b)

Sulphur is a non-metallic chemical element identified by the letter S. For a list of sulphur’s chemical properties, please click here. Sulphur is a valuable commodity and integral component of the world economy used to manufacture numerous products including fertilizers and other chemicals. Maharashtra is the leading producer of sulphur in India.