APES Mining and Related Processes

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What is subsurface mining?

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Extraction of a metal ore or fuel resource from a deep underground deposit.

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What is overburden in mining?

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Soil, vegetation, and rocks that are removed to access an ore deposit below.

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Which type of mining is considered the most destructive?

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Mountaintop mining is the most destructive and difficult to reclaim.

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What type of mining disturbs more land?

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Surface mining is associated with disturbing more land.

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How can miners be responsible after mining?

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Miners can reclaim or clean up the land when they're finished taking all the minerals.

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What is open-pit mining?

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A surface mining technique where a large excavation is made to extract minerals.

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What are tailings?

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Waste materials left over after the extraction of valuable minerals from ore.

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Define contour strip mining.

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A method of mining that involves stripping away the overburden in a series of horizontal strips.

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What is the purpose of reclamation in mining?

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To restore the land to its original state or to a usable condition after mining operations.

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What is the difference between surface mining and subsurface mining?

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Surface mining involves removing soil and rock above the ore, while subsurface mining involves extracting ore from deep underground.