Geography PYQ 255 of 587 · Mineral Resources · Miscellaneous : Minerals

Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. ANatural gas is found in Dharwar rock formation
  2. BMica is found in Koderma
  3. CCuddapah series is famous for diamonds
  4. DPetroleum reserves are found in Aravalli hills

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Correct answer: (b) Mica is found in Koderma

Explanation

Among the given statements, mica is found in Koderma. Petroleum reserves in India are not found in the Aravalli Hills but occur in the Brahmaputra Valley, Gujarat coast, western offshore region, and eastern offshore region. The Dharwar rock system is known for metallic minerals such as gold, manganese, iron, and copper, not for natural gas. Natural gas is generally associated with petroleum deposits.

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