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BITSAT2023ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsActual

Identify the incorrect statement.

Options

  1. AGangue is an ore contaminated with undesired materials.
  2. BThe scientific and technological process used for isolation of the metal from its ore is known as metallurgy.
  3. CMinerals are naturally occurring chemical substances in the earth's crust.
  4. DOres are minerals that may contain a metal.

Correct answer

A. Gangue is an ore contaminated with undesired materials.

Step-by-step solution

Gangue is the commercially worthless material which contaminates the ore.

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