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Which metal is extracted from the ore called 'Bauxite'?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Iron
  2. Copper
  3. Aluminium
  4. Zinc

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Aluminium

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Aluminium 📚 Explanation: Bauxite is the primary aluminum ore and consists largely of aluminum oxide compounds ($Al_2O_3$). The metal is extracted through the Bayer process to produce alumina, followed by the Hall-Héroult electrolytic process. India possesses significant bauxite reserves, particularly in the states of Odisha and Gujarat.