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1.5. Non- Metallic Minerals

Among the non-metallic minerals produced in India, mica is the important one. The other minerals extracted for local consumption are limestone, dolomite and phosphate. They are used in a large variety of industries; the major industries being cement, fertilizers, electrical, etc.

 

1.5.1. Mica1.5.2. Limestone1.5.3. Dolomite