Many industrial and scientific operations require the use of metallurgy. Metallurgy assists the mining, agricultural, geological, industrial, and engineering industries by examining the qualities of different minerals as the basis of their production, purification, or application.
Inorganic and solid in nature, a mineral is a chemical compound with a defined chemical makeup. It's a substance that's found in nature. It's inorganic with a well-organized internal structure. Copper is a mineral that is utilised in electrical devices because it is an excellent electrical conductor. Clay is used to manufacture cement and other materials that aid in the construction of roadways. Computers and other electronic devices contain gold. It's also used in the dental field. Aluminium is utilised in beverage cans, foil, cosmetics, and other products.
Materials are all around us. Material Science and Engineering has evolved into a critical tool for bringing about technical transformation.