Metals found in a combined state in the earth's crust are known as:

Native metal

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Minerals

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Solution

The correct option is B Minerals
The elements or compounds, which occur naturally in the earth’s crust, are known as minerals. Thus, Option $B$ is correct.

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Metals found in a combined state in the earth's crust are known as:

The correct option is B MineralsThe elements or compounds, which occur naturally in the earth’s crust, are known as minerals. Thus, Option B is correct.

The correct option is B Minerals
The elements or compounds, which occur naturally in the earth’s crust, are known as minerals. Thus, Option $B$ is correct.