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Galena is the ore of which metal?

Galena is the ore of which metal? Correct Answer Lead

The correct answer is lead.

Key Points

  • Galena is the ore of lead.
  • Galena is called lead glance.
  • It is most abundant in sulfide form.

Additional Information

  • Metals and their ores:
Metal Symbol Atomic number Ores
Mercury Hg 80
  • Cinnabar
Tin Sn 50
  • Cassiterite
Zinc Zn 30
  • Zinc blende
  • Zincite
  • Calamine

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