10 Interesting Fact About Types of rocks and minerals and their uses

Transcript:

Languages:

• Granite stone is formed from magma and is used as building materials such as floors, walls and tables.
• Marble stones are formed from crystallized limestone and used as building materials such as floors, walls, and sculptures.
• Limestone is formed from a buildup of fossils and is used as building materials, chemicals, and as a source of calcium in animal feed.
• Sandstone is formed from mineral granules and is used as building materials, construction materials, and abrasive materials in the industry.
• Coal is formed from ancient plants buried and used as a source of energy in power plants.
• Gold is formed from a complex geological process and is used as a precious metal for jewelry, investment, and electronic industry.
• Diamonds are formed from crystallized carbon and used as gemstones, cutting tools, and in the electronic industry.
• Graphite is formed from carbon and is used as a basic material in making pencils, batteries, and in the steel industry.
• Quartz is formed from silica crystals and is used as raw materials in making glass, ceramics, and abrasive materials.
• Salt is formed from mineral crystals and is used as food, chemicals, and to maintain a healthy body.