Question
Distinguish between ores and minerals with examples.
Answer
| Ores | Minerals |
|---|---|
| Ores are rocks or minerals from which a valuable substance can be extracted at an affordable cost. | Minerals are naturally occurring substances that have a definite chemical composition and crystal structure. |
| Ores typically contain high concentrations of the desired substance. | Minerals may or may not contain valuable substances in economically recoverable quantities. |
| Examples of ores include bauxite (aluminium), haematite (iron), and chalcopyrite (copper). | Examples of minerals include quartz, feldspar, and mica. |
