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The elements or compounds, which occur naturally in the earth's crust, are known as __________.


A

ores

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minerals

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gangue

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flux

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Solution

The correct option is B

minerals


The elements or compounds, which occur naturally in the earth's crust, and have a fixed chemical composition, are known as minerals.

Ores are minerals from which one or more metal/s can be extracted profitably.


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