How does the Bauxite Ore occur in nature?

Residual mass of weathered mineral

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Whole rock type mineral

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Igneous rock bunch

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Available in molten form

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The correct option is A Residual mass of weathered mineral
When certain mineral-rich rocks get weathered by agents like wind and water, its soluble constituents get washed away, leaving behind a residual mass of that weathered material. This residual mass is rich in minerals and is generally near the surface and can be easily extracted. This is how Bauxite ores are present in nature.

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