Question:

Which of the following is not a mineral of iron?

Updated On: Jun 21, 2022
  • Limonite
  • Magnetite
  • Camallite
  • Haematite
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Limonite : $ {Fe_2O_3 3H_2O}$
Magnetite : $ {Fe_3_4}$
Camallite : $ {KCl?MgCl_2 6H_2O}$
Haematite: $ {Fe_2O_3}$
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