A naturally occurring concentration of one or more metallic minerals that can be extracted economically is a(n)________.
A)reserve
B)ore
C)resource
D)tailing

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An ore is a naturally occurring concentration of one or more metallic minerals that can be extracted economically. A reserve is a known deposit of a mineral resource that can be economically extracted with existing technology. A resource is a concentration of a mineral that has the potential to be extracted profitably. Tailing refers to the waste material left over after the extraction of a valuable mineral from its ore.

A Naturally Occurring Concentration of One or More Metallic Minerals