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There are many types of metal ore on Earth. One of the most common is iron ore, which is also known as hematite.
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How do we get metals?
Metals are generally mined in the form of ore. Ore is processed to extract the metal from the ore (known as smelting)
Is metal steel mined?
Yes. Iron is found underground in the form of iron ore which is mined. But I think you should already know this by now.
What are the metals called which occur in the rocks in the form of?
The metal in rocks is metal ore. Copper ore, iron ore, and so on. In general, once the ore has been quarried or mined, the ore is crushed and smelted (heated to a high temperature) allowing the now molten metal to be retrieved. The waste rock is dumped. Further processing is needed to obtain a finished metal in as pure a state as possible.
Why are ores usually concentrated where they are mined?
Economically, it makes the most sense to extract the ore that is in the most concentrated form.
What minerals are mined in Michigan?
there are many resources mined in Michigan...the largest supply is "iron ore".
How is metal produced from ore?
The ore must be mined, or must be removed from the ground. Then the ore must be processed to extract the metal
How do we get metals?
Metals are generally mined in the form of ore. Ore is processed to extract the metal from the ore (known as smelting)
Explain the steps that you must take place before an ore can be made into a prodoct?
To produce metal from an ore, the ore must be mined, or removed from the ground. Then the ore must be processed to extract the metal.
What is the most common ore of copper?
The most often mined ore of copper is the mineral chalcopyrite.
If it was mined would it be an ore or a native element?
Ore is mined
How is Ore made into finished product?
the ore must be mined out and smelted. the metal out of it extracted and melted. the poured into a molt to create an ingot.
Is metal steel mined?
Yes. Iron is found underground in the form of iron ore which is mined. But I think you should already know this by now.
What is an ore and why do you mine it?
An ore is a rock that contains a certain mineral. In the context of RuneScape, it is the unrefined form of a metal. Once mined, it can be smelted into metal bars and then smithed into various items.
What is the most commonly mined ore yielding neurotoxin?
silver
How is matal usually gathered?
Do you mean 'metal'? If so most are usually processed from mined or quarried ores, compounds of the metal elemant with oxygen and/or other elements. For example: Iron ore is an iron-oxide. Lead ore is usually galena: lead sulphide.
What is a three letter word for a metal?
Ore is a three letter word and is a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined.
What is the term for rock containing a metal or other useful mineral that can be mined and sold at a profit?
Rock material mined for its constituent elements or minerals is called "ore."
