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UP Board Class 10 Social Science – Minerals and Energy Resources
The chapter “Minerals and Energy Resources” in UP Board Class 10 Social Science explains the importance of minerals and energy in the development of a country. Minerals are naturally occurring substances found in the earth’s crust and are used in industries, construction, transportation, and daily life. The chapter describes different types of minerals such as metallic minerals (iron, copper, bauxite) and non-metallic minerals (mica, limestone, coal, petroleum).
It also highlights the need for conservation of minerals because they are limited and take millions of years to form. The chapter further explains conventional energy resources like coal, petroleum, and natural gas, as well as non-conventional energy resources such as solar energy, wind energy, biogas, and geothermal energy.
Students learn how renewable energy sources are important for sustainable development and reducing pollution. This chapter encourages the responsible use and protection of natural resources for future generations.
