Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Metallic minerals may be ferrous or non-ferrous.
2. The examples of metallic minerals include iron ore, manganese, chromites, gold, silver, copper, lead, etc.

Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Metallic minerals contain metal in raw form. Metals are hard substances that conduct heat and electricity and have a characteristic lustre or shine. Iron ore, bauxite, manganese ore are some examples. Metallic minerals may be ferrous or non-ferrous. Ferrous minerals like iron ore, manganese and chromites contain iron. A non-ferrous mineral does not contain iron but may contain some other metals such as gold, silver, copper or lead.