Question

Magnetite, haematite, limonite and siderite are the ores of which mineral?

• A. Alluminium
• B. Copper
• C. Manganese
• D. Iron

Answer 1

The correct option is D Iron

Different types of iron ore contains varying percentage of pure iron. Magnetite, haematite, limonite, siderite are the ores of Iron. Magnetite is the best quality of iron ore and contains 72% pure iron. Haematite contains 60% to 70% pure iron ore. Limonite contains 40% to 60% pure iron. Siderite contains many impurities and has just 40% to 50% pure iron.