Question

Which of the following is not an iron ore?
(A) Hematite
(B) Ciderite
(C) Bauxite
(D) Laterite

Answer 1

Answer:

bauxite...............

Answer 2

‘Bauxite’ is not an iron ore.

Option: C

Explanation:

• Bauxite is mostly contained a mixture of aluminum oxides. It is the main ore of aluminium. It is a sedimentary rock that contains a very content of aluminium.  

• Australia happens to be the largest producer of bauxite. Iron ores are minerals from which iron can be extracted.  

• The irons ores are rich in the oxides of iron and they contain large quantities of hematite or magnetite. Iron ore is also used for making pig iron.