1.4 - Types of Ores
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Practice Questions
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What is an ore?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes an ore different from a regular mineral.
Name one example of an oxide ore.
💡 Hint: Consider the ores commonly used for iron extraction.
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Which of the following is an example of an oxide ore?
💡 Hint: Remember the types of ores we discussed.
True or False: Halide ores contain metals combined with sulfur.
💡 Hint: Think about the examples of halide ores.
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Describe a scenario in which a metallurgist faces challenges extracting metals from sulphide ores. What methods might be used to overcome these challenges?
💡 Hint: Consider the chemical transformations involved.
Compare the extraction processes for an oxide ore versus a carbonate ore. What are the main differences?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the specific chemical reactions that define each process.
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