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(i) Briefly describe the extraction of aluminium from its named ore. Include in your
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(ii) Although aluminium ore is mined in the Caribbean, the extraction of aluminium
usually takes place in other countries. Suggest ONE reason why it may be difficult
to extract aluminium in the Caribbean.

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