Question

Which of the following are characteristics of ores?

• A. They are a mixture of minerals.
• B. They are used commercially.
• C. They are the same as minerals.
• D. They are magnetic in nature.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A They are a mixture of minerals.
B They are used commercially.

The term "ore" is used to describe an accumulation of any mineral mixed with other elements, and the concentration of the mineral should be sufficient to make its extraction commercially viable.