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The geological literature contains many schemes for classifying ore minerals. Some have an economical basis linked to the end use of the metal or mineral that is derived from the ore; others depend partially or entirely on geological factors
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Arndt, N., Ganino, C. (2011). Classification, Distribution and Uses of Ores and Ore Deposits. In: Metals and Society. Metals and Society, vol 2. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-22996-1_2
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