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Assertion : Levigation is used for the separation of oxide ores from impurities.
Reason : Ore particles are removed by washing in a current of water.

A

If both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of(A).

B

If both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C

If (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.

D

If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Oxide ores being heavier than the earthy or rocky gangue particles settle down while lighter impurities are washed away.
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