Manganese

Minerals and Energy Resources : Distribution and utility of [a] metallic minerals (ion ore, copper, bauxite, manganese)

  Mineral is a naturally occurring, homogeneous inorganic solid substance having a definite chemical composition and characteristic crystalline structure, color, and hardness Minerals are valuable natural Resources that are finite and non-renewable. The history of mineral extraction in India dates back to the days of the Harappan civilization. The wide availability of minerals in the … Read more

Micronutrients – Elements Required In Plant Growth

Micronutrients: The Unsung Heroes of Plant Growth While macronutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are often the stars of the show in plant nutrition, a lesser-known cast of characters plays a crucial role in ensuring healthy plant growth and development. These are the micronutrients, also known as trace elements, which are required in minute quantities … Read more

Rajasthan: Minerals

Rajasthan: Minerals     Rajasthan enjoys a virtual monopoly in the production of minerals like wollastonite, lead, zinc, calcite, gypsum, rock phosphate, silver, marble, sandstone and serpentine (green marble). There are approximately 3,403 mining leases for Major Minerals and 11,861 minor leases and 18,249 quarry licenses in the State. Western Rajasthan has proven large deposits … Read more