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Iron can be reduced from its ore by smelting (heating the ore). Known for over 2000 years.

Aluminium can only be reduced by electrolysis from its ore (Bauxite). Since electricity (electrolysis) was NOT available prior to 1850 AD, when electricity was 'unknown', then Aluminkium coul not be isolated.

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