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Question
CBSEENSS10016030

(a) What is the difference between magnetite and hematite.

(b) Where are high grade of hematites found.

Solution

(a) Magnetite contains 60 to 70% of iron whereas hematite contains, 50 to 60% of iron.

(b) Very high grade hematites are found in the famous Bailadila range of hills in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh.