Which of the following does NOT determine whether a rock is an ore?

A. the grade of the ore
B. the type of ore, such as oxide versus sulfide types
C. the location of the deposit
D. size and depth of the mineral deposit
E. all of these factors determine whether a rock is an ore


Answer: E

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