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What is an ore? Where are the ores of metallic minerals generally located?

Rocks from which minerals are mined are known as ore. The ores of metallic minerals are generally located in igneous and metamorphic rocks.


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List the uses of any five minerals.

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a. Rural areas.


b. Coastal areas.


c. Arid regions.