Source of minerals

Answer:

ORE

Hint:

Think of what miners extract from the ground before it’s refined into metals like iron or gold.

Explanation:

"Source of minerals" points directly to "ore," which is rock or material containing valuable minerals like gold, iron, or copper. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just a simple definition. If you think of mining or where metals come from, "ore" is the natural fit.

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