Multiple choice

What is the chemical name of bauxite?

  1. Hydrated aluminum oxide

  2. Ascorbic acid

  3. Oxalic acid

  4. Aluminum chloride

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Bauxite is an ore primarily composed of hydrated aluminum oxide minerals, including gibbsite (Al(OH)3), boehmite (AlO(OH)), and diaspore (AlO(OH)). The term 'hydrated aluminum oxide' accurately describes this chemical composition, making option A correct.