In what forms, Indian mineral is classified?

The minerals are classified into two major categories:

1. Metallic minerals

2. Non-metallic minerals

1. Metallic minerals:

Minerals that show metallic properties are known as metallic minerals. They are further classified into Ferrous and non-ferrous minerals.

Ferrous minerals:

Minerals that are rich in iron are called Ferrous minerals. Example – Chromite, pyrite, tungsten, cobalt, etc.

Non-Ferrous minerals:

Minerals that do not contain iron are called Non-Ferrous minerals. Example – Gold, silver, copper, etc.,

2. Non-metallic minerals:

Minerals that do not have metallic properties are called non-metallic minerals.

Example – Dolomite, mica, gypsum, etc.,