
Bauxite
Industrial Material
Bauxite primarily refers to the raw material used in large-scale industrial applications, especially aluminum production.

Heavy machinery is used during bauxite mining to extract the valuable rock.
Geology Term
Bauxite is a term often used in geology, signifying its relevance in earth sciences and studies of the Earth's crust.

The geologist identified several bauxite deposits on the topographic map.
Not a Gemstone
Unlike diamonds or emeralds, bauxite is not used in jewelry; it's valued for its industrial utility, not its beauty.

Although not visually appealing like crystals, bauxite is a treasure for the aluminum industry.
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