What is the other name of Galena?

Iron

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The correct option is C Lead
Galena, also called lead glance, is the natural mineral form of lead(II) sulfide.
It is the most important ore of lead and an important source of silver.
Galena is one of the most abundant and widely distributed sulfide minerals.
Most of the lead minerals, such as Cerussite and Anglesite are secondary minerals formed from Galena.

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