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Almost all metals in nature are found as ionic compounds in ores instead of being in the pure state. Why? What must be done to a sample of ore to obtain a metal substance that has desirable properties?
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Metals in nature are found as ionic compounds in ores instead of being in the pure state because they are chemically reactive. They tend to lose electrons and form positive ions, which then combine with non-metal ions to form ionic compounds. These compounds are Show more…
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