Ores of elements like iron, zinc etc can be extracted by

Pyrometallurgy

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The correct option is A Pyrometallurgy
Pyrometallurgy is a process through which ores and metals are heated to produce a finished product of workable compounds, purer metals and alloys. The process may be any of the following: drying, roasting, smelting, refining, and alloying, among others. Example: ores of less reactive elements like iron, zinc etc

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