The main ore of copper is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The main ore of copper is:
A. Copper pyrites
B. Cinnabar
C. Bauxite
D. Haematite
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Copper pyrites, also known as chalcopyrite, is the most important and abundant ore of copper. Its chemical formula is CuFeS2. Bauxite is the ore of aluminum, cinnabar is the ore of mercury, and haematite is the primary ore of iron.

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