Iron is obtained from which of the following minerals?

Correct answer: (d) Hematite

Explanation

Iron is mainly found in four types of ores—(i) Magnetite, (ii) Hematite, (iii) Limonite, and (iv) Siderite. Besides these, iron content is also found in taconite, chamosite, and pyrite. However, since the metal content in these is low, their economic importance is limited.