Question

Metallic minerals are obtained from their ------
a) ores b) sediments c) fossils d) fuels​

Answer 1

Answer:

Metallic minerals are obtained from their ores.

Answer 2

(a) Ores

Explanation:

• Ores - A mineral that occurs naturally and has an useful constituent (such as metal), They have high concentration of certain elements.
• Metallic minerals contains metals.
• Metal minerals are frequently utilised in high-value applications, which necessitates the usage of a lot of energy.
• Metamorphic and igneous rocks are rich in metallic minerals.
• Examples of metallic minerals -  Hematite, Magnetite, Pyrite, Bauxite,  etc.

1. Iron ore - Hematite, Magnetite, Pyrite
2. Aluminium ore - Bauxite