Metal Ores Flashcards
1
Q
Where do metals come from
A
Metals can be extracted from Rock ores
2
Q
What is an ore
A
an ore is a rock that contains enough metal to make it economically viable to extract
3
Q
What is a native metal
A
an un-reactive metal found on its own, eg. Gold, Platinum, Sliver
4
Q
Give 5 examples of ores
A
- Haematite
- Galena
- Malachite
- Bauxite
- Limestone
5
Q
What is the chemical name for Haematite
A
Iron oxide
6
Q
What is the chemical name for Galena
A
Lead sulphide
7
Q
What is the chemical name for Malachite
A
Copper carbonate
8
Q
What is the chemical name for Bauxite
A
Aluminium Oxide
9
Q
What is the chemical name for Limestone
A
Calcium Carbonate
