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Ores:

Ores are minerals that contain a high proportion of metal. Most metals in nature are found in the form of compounds, and extracting them from ores is economical.

Type of Ore Description Examples Uses
Metallic Ores Contain metals in significant amounts. These ores are mined and processed to extract metals used in industries. Iron, Copper, Gold, Bauxite, and Manganese Used for construction, tools, machinery, jewellery, electrical wiring, and coins.
Non-metallic Ores Contain nonmetals or minerals with no metallic properties. These ores do not yield metals but have other industrial uses. Phosphate, Sulfur, Limestone, and graphite Used in fertilisers, chemicals, cement, and pencil lead.
Energy Ores Provide fuel and energy. These ores are extracted and used for power generation or as fuel in various industries. Coal, Uranium, Natural Gas Used for electricity generation, nuclear energy, heating, and fuel in industries and households.

Importance of Ores:

  • Ores are valuable sources of metals used in industries. Metal extraction from ores is cost-effective and provides raw materials for tools, machines, and construction.
  • The properties of minerals in ores are identified by colour and lustre (shine), hardness and shape (length or form), cleavage or fracture (how it breaks), and streak (the colour left when rubbed on a surface).
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