Multiple choice

Which statement is correct?

  1. All the ores are not minerals

  2. All the minerals are ores

  3. All the ores are minerals

  4. None of these.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Minerals are naturally occurring substances with a definite chemical composition. Ores are specific minerals from which metals can be extracted profitably; therefore, all ores are minerals, but not all minerals are ores.

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