Question

Which of the following is a metallic mineral?

• A. Iron ore
• B. Copper
• C. Manganese
• D. All of these

Hint:

Metallic minerals are the source of metals. If you can extract a common metal from it (like iron, copper, gold, silver, lead, zinc), it's a metallic mineral. Non-metallic minerals include limestone, mica, gypsum, and coal.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Define a metallic mineral. A metallic mineral is a mineral that contains one or more metallic elements. When processed, they yield new products, i.e., metals.

Step 2: Analyze the options.

Iron ore is mined to extract metallic iron.
Copper ore is mined to extract metallic copper.
Manganese ore is mined to extract metallic manganese.

Step 3: Conclude based on the analysis. Since all three are mined for their metal content, they are all metallic minerals.