Why is bauxite the most common ore that aluminum is extracted from? what are the two correct answers.

1. It is the most abundant ore of aluminum.
2. It is also used in jewelry as a gem.
3. It can be refined in a single step.
4. It contains pure alumimum metal.
5. It is located near the surface and can be easily strip mined.

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The two correct answers are:

1. It is the most abundant ore of aluminum.
5. It is located near the surface and can be easily strip mined.

Bauxite is the most common ore that aluminum is extracted from because it is abundant, with large deposits found in many parts of the world. Moreover, it is often located close to the surface, making it easier and cheaper to mine than other types of aluminum ores.