(i) Bauxite.
(ii) Aluminium is extracted from Bauxite and Aluminium being light weight, strong and rust-resistant makes it suitable for building aircrafts.
Key Concepts Covered
This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Mineral Resources: Question, Reference, Picture, Questions, Ore, Manufacture. These are fundamental topics in Geography that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 10 curriculum.
A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your ICSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of Geography papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.
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Key Points to Remember
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