Question

Gangue have

• A. Sand and soil
• B. Silt
• C. Gravel
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of these

The explanation for the correct answer:-

Option (D) All of the above:

1. The impurities that are mixed with the ores are called gangue.
2. It is a waste rock or sand and soil.
3. Gravels are small water-worn or pebbles due to their loose aggregation.
4. Silt is a granular material, and the size of its particles is between sand and clay.
5. Thus silt is also present in the gangue.

Therefore, gangue has option (D) All of the above.