Which one of the following minerals is used as a fuel in nuclear power stations ........

General Science (NDA) Chemistry

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Which one of the following minerals is used as a fuel in nuclear power stations?

Bauxite

Quartz

Feldspar

Pitchblende

Explanation:

Pitchblende is a mineral comprised mainly of oxides of the element uranium, UO₂, and UO₃. It is also known by the name uraninite. Uraninite is a radioactive , uranium rich mineral with a chemical composition that is largely UO₂. Pitchblende is used as a fuel in nuclear power stations.