Which statement best compares coal and ores?
A. Both are burned for energy.
B. Both take millions of years to form.
C. Both require oxygen to form.
D. Both are used to make coins.

Coal and ores differ significantly in formation and usage. Coal is formed from plant remains and used for energy, while ores are sources of metals and minerals. Therefore, none of the statements accurately captures the relationship between coal and ores, but option A is the closest as it highlights their differing uses.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

Coal and ores are fundamentally different in their formation and usage. While coal is a fossil fuel burned for energy, ores serve primarily as sources of minerals and metals. The best comparison from the choices given is that both require long processes for formation, but the details of their formation are not identical. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04