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What primarily determines the economic viability of mining a mineral?

1

Mineral's color

2

Concentration of the mineral in the ore

3

Geological age of the mineral

4

Location of the mineral deposit

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Answer

B. Concentration of the mineral in the ore

Solution:

The concentration of the mineral in the ore is crucial for determining whether mining is economically viable. The other options do not directly address economic factors.

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