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Chapter 5 GEOGRAPHY : Minerals and Energy — Online MCQ Test

SOCIAL STUDIES · CLASS 10 · Andhra State Board
Practice Chapter 5 GEOGRAPHY : Minerals and Energy with a free chapter-wise online MCQ test. This chapter covers: This chapter covers metallic and non-metallic mineral distribution conventional and non-conventional energy sources and conservation of mineral resources.. AI-generated questions from basic to board-exam level, with instant results and explanations.

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Chapter 5 GEOGRAPHY : Minerals and Energy — Important Questions & Answers

Which of the following is a metallic mineral?
  • A. Iron ore
  • B. Limestone
  • C. Mica
  • D. Gypsum
Answer: A. Iron ore
Iron ore is a metallic mineral because it contains metal. Limestone, mica and gypsum are non-metallic minerals.
The main coal field of Andhra Pradesh is located in which district?
  • A. Kurnool
  • B. Srikakulam
  • C. Visakhapatnam
  • D. Anantapur
Answer: A. Kurnool
The important coal deposits in Andhra Pradesh are found in the Kurnool region, especially the Singareni area in the broader state context is in Telangana, but in Andhra Pradesh chapter examples focus on Kurnool coal fields.
Why are non-conventional sources of energy becoming important?
  • A. They are cheaper only in cities
  • B. They help reduce dependence on fossil fuels
  • C. They are made from minerals
  • D. They cannot be renewed
Answer: B. They help reduce dependence on fossil fuels
Non-conventional energy sources like solar and wind help reduce dependence on coal, petroleum and other fossil fuels.
Which of the following pairs is correctly arranged from metallic to non-metallic mineral?
  • A. Iron, copper, mica, limestone
  • B. Mica, iron, limestone, copper
  • C. Limestone, mica, iron, copper
  • D. Copper, limestone, iron, mica
Answer: A. Iron, copper, mica, limestone
Iron and copper are metallic minerals, while mica and limestone are non-metallic minerals.
Which of the following is the best reason for promoting hydroelectricity in India?
  • A. It uses mined coal directly
  • B. It is a non-renewable energy source
  • C. It produces electricity without burning fuel
  • D. It requires no water
Answer: C. It produces electricity without burning fuel
Hydroelectricity generates power from flowing water without burning fossil fuels, so it is cleaner than thermal power.