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Tungsten

Tungsten is a dense metal known for its high melting point. It is used in various applications, including light bulb filaments and cutting tools. The element has the chemical symbol W. Tungsten is essential in industries such as aerospace and electronics. Its unique properties make it valuable for manufacturing. The metal is also found in several minerals, primarily wolframite and scheelite.

Iron and Steel Industry

Vegetable oil is an important item of Indian food as it is the major source of fat. Vegetable...

 November 12, 2022

Mineral Resources 2

Silver is another precious metal produced in India. It is valued next only to gold for making ornaments...

 November 11, 2022

Important Minerals of the World

Iron Ore Iron ore is the backbone of modern civilisation. It is the foundation of our basic industry....

 November 9, 2022

Mineral Resources

A mineral is a natural substance of organic or inorganic origin with chemical and physical properties. Types of...

 November 9, 2022

NMDC to Resume Mining, Stabilize Iron Ore Prices in Karnataka

The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) is preparing to recommence mining activities in the Donimalai area of Bellari...

 October 6, 2019

Indian Navy Enhances Anti-Piracy Patrols; IIT Madras Develops Quantum Optoelectronics Material

In an ambitious move to bolster maritime security, the Indian Navy has escalated its anti-piracy surveillance operations in...

 June 2, 2019

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