Bauxite is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of aluminum hydroxide minerals, such as gibbsite, boehmite, and diaspore. It is the primary source of aluminum ore and is typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. Bauxite is most commonly used in the production of alumina (aluminum oxide), which is then refined to produce aluminum metal. Aluminum derived from bauxite is widely used in industries such as aerospace, construction, packaging, and transportation due to its lightweight, strength, and corrosion resistance.
Bauxite ore with alumina.
Bauxite and earth minerals.
