The method of concentrating the ore which makes use of the difference in density between ore and impurities is called
A
liquation
B
leaching
C
levigation
D
magnetic separation
Correct Answer: levigation
Levigation is based on the difference in densities of the metallic ore and gangue particles. Powdered ore is treated with a stream of running water when the lighter gangue particles are washed away and heavier ore particles are left behind.