Copper ore is a mineral containing enough copper for its economically viable extraction and processing. Copper has been used since ancient times due to its ductility, conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Sulphide Ores: Chalcopyrite (CuFeS ), Bornite (Cu FeS ), Covellin (CuS).
Oxide ores: Kuprit (Cu O), Malachite (Cu (CO (OH)), Azurite (Cu (CO ) (OH))).
Carbanate and silicate ores: Chrysocola (Cu H Si O (OH)), tenorite (CuO).

Electrical wiring: Electrical wires and cables.
Construction: Copper pipes, roofing materials.
Engineering: Radiators, heat exchangers.
Coins and medals: Coinage.
Chemical industry: Production of copper compounds.

Quarrying: Open method mining from the surface.
Mining: Underground mining method.