alleryWhen is a mineral deposit considered an ore?
AA mineral deposit above ground
BA deposit containing one mineral
CA deposit made from metals
DEconomically viable mineral deposit
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Economically viable mineral deposit
An ore must contain valuable material at a concentration that makes mining and processing economically viable.
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