Australia’s Iron Ore Deposits 1 Billion Years Younger

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Iron ore is the main ingredient in steel production. One of the mainstays of the Australian economy, it contributes $124 billion to national income each year. This is not surprising, given that Western Australia is home to some of the largest deposits of iron ore on Earth, and 96% of Australia’s iron ore comes from … Read more