Himalayan Forests The Himalayan forests in India are influenced mainly by altitude. Below 1000 meters one finds the same kinds of forests as are found in the plains. The only difference is between east and west. In the east there are evergreen rain forests up to an altitude of about 1200 meters. … [Read more...]
Mangrove Forests in India
Mangrove Forests in India In India, Mangrove forests are found in tidal creaks. They specially occur in the lower part of the delta of Ganga. Here the forest is called Sundarban. The plants are trees in these forests must be able to stand salinity in water, mud and the rise and fall of water with … [Read more...]
List of Major Oil Fields in India
List of Major Oil Fields in India Oilfields of India are of two types, namely On-shore Oil-fields and Off-shore Oil-fields. The list of major Oil Fields in India are given below: 1. On-shore Oil‑fields in North-Eastern India: In Assam there are Digboi (oldest field, 1866), Naharkatiya, Moran, … [Read more...]
Non-Conventional Sources of Energy in India
Non-Conventional Sources of Energy in India The importance of increasing the use of non-conventional or renewable power was recognized in India in the early 1970's. There are four major areas of renewable energy being tapped for power generation. These are solar energy, wind energy, Biomass and … [Read more...]
Types of Coal Found in India
Types of Coal Found in India Coal is mixture of various hydrocarbons. The value of coal depends on the concentration of carbon in its composition. The varieties of Coal that are generally found in India are Anthracite, Bituminous, Lignite, and Peat. Anthracite Coal ranks highest amongst the … [Read more...]
Uses of Coal in India
Uses of Coal in India Coal is called ‘Black Diamond’. Coal has the added advantage of its possible conversion to gas, electricity and even oil. Its major uses in India can be described under five heads such as: Thermal Electric Power, Steam Power, Metallurgical Coke, Domestic Fuel, … [Read more...]
Uses of Mineral Oil
Uses of Mineral Oil Mineral oil, serves as a fuel, a lubricant, an illuminant and a raw material for a wide range of industries. The byproducts of Mineral Oil are many and used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, textile and many other industries. It is the feed-stock for number of useful … [Read more...]
Where are Coal Mines Located in India?
Location of Coal Mines in India The Coal Mines are located across various states of India. There are generally two types of formation of coal in India - Gondwana formation and Tertiary formation. Coal Mines of Gondwana formation are found in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, … [Read more...]
Iron Ore Distribution in India
Iron Ore Distribution in India In India, most of the iron ore is found in the ancient rocks of peninsular India. There are various mines producing iron ore in different states of India. Orissa ranks first in production. Important mines are located at Gurumahisani, Sulaipat, and Badampahar in … [Read more...]
Bauxite in India
Bauxite in India India is ranked 6th in the world in terms of Bauxite Reserves. Bauxite is the ore of aluminium. A light durable, rust free metal called aluminium is extracted from Bauxite. Aluminium is also good conductor of electricity. Uses: Aluminium is extracted from Bauxite. It is used … [Read more...]