The major iron ore minerals are _____.
A) pyrite and chalcopyrite
B) hematite and magnetite
C) galena and sphalerite
D) mica and quartz
E) calcite and dolomite

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Hematite and magnetite are the two most important iron ore minerals. Pyrite and chalcopyrite are sulfide minerals that contain copper, while galena and sphalerite are sulfide minerals that contain lead and zinc, respectively. Mica and quartz are silicate minerals and calcite and dolomite are carbonate minerals, none of which are important sources of iron ore.

The Major Iron Ore Minerals Are _____