Navratnas

The Navratnas are the nine most important jewels in the Indian subcontinent. They are: Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Pearl Coral Topaz Amethyst Cat’s eye The Navratnas are often used in jewelry and other decorative items. They are also believed to have special powers, such as bringing good luck and fortune. The Navratnas are nine precious … Read more

Minerals of Rajsthan

Metallic Minerals of Rajsthan Rajasthan ranks second only to Jharkhand in the availability of minerals and is blessed with 79 different minerals. Rajasthan has a monopoly in Non-Metallic Minerals ,while Rajasthan is not so rich in metallic minerals but the quality of metallic minerals available in the state is high.   Iron Although Rajasthan is … Read more

Distribution Of Major Natural Resources Of World

 Distribution of major natural Resources of World-Water, Soils,  Forests in reference to South and South-East Asia     Distribution of key Natural Resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent) Natural resources are highly valued because human beings are dependent on them to fulfil their fundamental needs that changes with … Read more

Pneumoconiosis

Pneumoconiosis: The Silent Killer of the Working Class Pneumoconiosis, a term encompassing a group of lung diseases caused by the inhalation of dust particles, stands as a stark reminder of the hazardous nature of certain occupations. These diseases, often referred to as “dust lung diseases,” leave a lasting impact on the lives of millions of … Read more

Energy Resources of India

Sources of Energy: Conventional and Nonconventional Sources – Energy is one of the most important component of economic Biomass. These substances can be burnt to produce heat energy which can be used in the generation of electricity. Thus, the energy produced from the biomass is known as biomass energy. There are three forms of biomass: … Read more

Energy sector

Here is a list of subtopics under the energy sector: Alternative energy Bioenergy Coal Electricity Energy efficiency Energy policy Energy storage Fossil fuels Nuclear energy The energy sector is a complex and ever-changing field. It encompasses a wide range of topics, from alternative energy sources to fossil fuels to nuclear power. In this article, we … Read more

Non- metallic and conventional minerals [coal,petroleum and natural gas)

  Petroleum, natural gas, coal, nitrogen, uranium and water power are examples of conventional sources of energy. They’re also called non-renewable sources of energy and are mainly fossil fuels, except water power. Rising Growth of Population has created a tremendous pressure on the conventional Resources of energy and thus the Concept of Sustainable Development get prominent … Read more

Rajasthan : Geological Structure

Geologically Rajasthan comprises rocks from oldest Archean rocks to recent alluvium formations . The oldest formations are known as Banded Gneissic Complex exposed in central and southern Rajasthan. The Aravalli hill range dividing the State diagonally is made up of precambrian rocks of Aravalli and Delhi Super group comprising the metamorphosed gneisses, schists, marble, quartzite, … Read more