Question

An economically valuable mineral embedded in rock. As it is found in nature.

Answer 1

An economically valuable mineral embedded in rock is commonly referred to as an "ore." Ores are naturally occurring solid materials from which a metal or valuable mineral can be extracted profitably. They typically consist of a combination of minerals and metals that are bound together in the rock. Mining processes are used to extract the ore from the surrounding material. Examples of ores include bauxite (aluminum), iron ore, gold ore, and copper ore.