Investigating Ceramic Raw Materials in India and Their Contribution to Nation’s Advancement
Abstract
This paper attempts to explore the major ceramic raw materials particularly clay minerals in India, their areas and applications. Excessive exploitation of this strong minerals would not just help the country’s economy, but will improve its innovative advancement, it will change the nation’s status from purchaser to maker and make job for the abounding unemployed youth. Keywords: advancement, ceramic, ceramic raw materials, IndiaReferences
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