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Links about the geology and history of this important commodity.

Iron, Not Just Your Basic Base Metal

Earth's earliest conditions led to the formation of gigantic beds of iron ore.

Banded Iron Formation–Hosted Gold Deposits

A practical geologist's view of ancient iron beds, presented in Northern Miner's "Geology 101" pages.

Geology of the Cuyuna Iron Range, Minnesota

A short article about this high-manganese iron deposit by geologists of the Minnesota Geological Survey.

Geology of UK Iron Resources

Photos and brief notes about bog ore and ironstones in the United Kingdom, part of the fascinating GeoArch site.

History of the Great Lakes Iron Ore Trade

This gigantic American industry arose from generations of experiments and backbreaking work, as told in a 1910 article on the Cleveland State University site.

Ironmaking Resources on the Internet

A convenient central list for all things related to iron mining, fabrication, and history.

Iron Ore Statistics and Information

The U.S. Geological Survey serves statistics and reports for this industry.

Soudan Underground Mine, Minnesota

A former iron mine (and present-day physics laboratory) is preserved for the public's enjoyment as a Minnesota state park.

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