Multiple choice

Arrange the following ores in increasing iron content.

Consider the following Iron ores.
1. Siderite
2. Magnetite
3. Limonite
4. Haematite

  1. 1, 2, 3, 4

  2. 2, 3, 4, 1

  3. 4, 2, 3, 1

  4. 4, 3, 2, 1

  5. 3, 4, 2, 1

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Haematite- 60 to 70 percent also known as red ochre. Magnetite- 60 to 65 percent also known as black ore. Limonite- 35 to 50 percent also known as hydrated ore. Siderite- 10 to 40 percent also known as Iron carbonate.