Single Choice

Which one of the following ores is known as Malachite?

A$$Cu_2O$$
B$$Cu_2S$$
CCuFeS2
DCu(OH)2.CuCO3
Correct Answer

Solution

Malachite is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral, with the molecular formula $$Cu(OH)_2.CuCO_3$$.

Hence, the correct option is $$D$$

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