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Manganese is roughly similar to iron's physical and chemical properties but is harder and more brittle.

Based on the properties of manganese mentioned in the above statement:

(a) In which industry is this mineral widely used?
(b) What is its role in that industry?

Answer

(a) Manganese is widely used in the Iron and Steel Industry.

(b) Manganese is an important raw material for smelting of iron ore and also used for manufacturing ferro alloys. It is also used to make steel tough and resistant to rusting.