Why is bauxite the most common ore that aluminum is extracted from? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

Responses

It can be refined in a single step.
It can be refined in a single step.

It contains pure alumimum metal.
It contains pure alumimum metal.

It is the most abundant ore of aluminum.
It is the most abundant ore of aluminum.

It is located near the surface and can be easily strip mined.
It is located near the surface and can be easily strip mined.

It is also used in jewelry as a gem.
It is also used in jewelry as a gem.

1 answer

The two correct answers for why bauxite is the most common ore from which aluminum is extracted are:

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

These factors contribute to bauxite's prevalence as the primary source of aluminum.