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Gems are rare valuable minerals that can be cut and polished. Ores contain enough metal that can be mined and sold.
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∙ 9y agoOre is a natural solid material through which valuable minerals and metals can be derived, whereas, gem is a fine and semiprecious stone when graved and polished.
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∙ 14y agoI don't know much, all I know is gems are rarely found and cna be polished.
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What metal ores are categorized in SIC 1099?
Metal ores included in this category include: aluminum, antimony, bastnasite, bauxite, beryl, beryllium, cerium, cinnabar, ilmenite, iridium, mercury, microlite, monazite, osmium, palladium, platinum, quicksilver, the rare-earth metals, rhodium.
What r ores?
ores are the minerals that are underground that you have to cook in order to be a mineral.
What is the title of someone who studies gems?
A gemologist is a person who studies gems.
What do you call a person who studies gems?
a person that studies gems is called a gemologist.
What is the difference between Copper- rich ores and Low - grade ores?
Copper rich ores contain Relatively large amount of copper. Copper obtained from rich ores is from better quality than low-grade ores. A low-grade ore doesn't contain very high proportion of valuable copper
What minerals containing a useful substance are referred to as gems ores veins or quartz?
ore
How do you make jewels on Rune Scape?
U mine ores then you might get gems then you cut them and have a jewel
When does Tai move in on Harvest Moon Magical Melody?
Tai moves in when you ship ores and gems. He makes jewelry out of them.
What does Carter like on Harvest Moon Friends of Mineral Town and whats the easiest way to make money?
Carter, Since he'a an archiologist, He likes Ores & Gems!! The best way to make money is to sell Gems & Ore.. :)
How do you make ore into gems in maple story?
First you go to Perion and find the two item makers. Talk to the item maker on the right. Give him ten ores, and he'll make the ores into a gem or a plate, depending on the kind of ore.
Is it true that heart shiny crystals used in jewelry are called ores?
No, heart-shaped shiny crystals used in jewelry are not called ores. Ores are natural mineral deposits that contain valuable elements or metals that can be extracted and processed for various uses. Crystals used in jewelry are typically cut and polished gemstones that are prized for their beauty and clarity.
How are igneous and metamorphic rocks alike?
Both were created under extreme heat and can contain crystals or gems.
What are gems in mine craft used for?
First of all, there are no gems in minecraft. There are ores. As you get more experienced, you will learn other uses of ore. Iron, gold, and diamond tools can be built. However, you cannot build anything with emeralds, except emerald blocks. Visit minecraft wiki(website) for more information.
Is a mineral a gem or an ore?
Either, or both. Minerals are usually considered gems if they are valuable, attractive and highly pure. Minerals are considered ores if they are used to extract a substance. For example, pure haematite is polished and sold as a gem, while crude haematite is used to extract iron.
Where do you find zinc most common in underground or open cut mines?
Zinc is commonly found in underground mines rather than open cut mines. This is because zinc deposits are often found deeper underground, requiring tunneling to access the ore bodies. Additionally, underground mining methods are typically more cost-effective for extracting zinc compared to open-cut mining.
What are the three types of mining?
Strip mines,Openpit mines & shaft mines
What are expensive minerals called?
Generally that would be a description of precious or semi-precious gems. Some ores containing precious metals may still be considered minerals and be expensive. In that case you would refer to them as "precious metal ore".
