Mining Review

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Deposits of minerals from which metals and nonmetals can be removed profitably.

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Ore

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Reclamation is.....

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returning the land back to its original condition after mining

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Reclamation is.....

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returning the land back to its original condition after mining

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Sand, gravel, and granite are examples of what?

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nonmetallic minerals

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Acid mine drainage is caused by which element? Options: carbon, sulfur, nitrogen, boron

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sulfur

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What is another term for a quarry?

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open pit

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The _____ sets standards to minimize the surface effects of coal mining on the environment.

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Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977

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How has the Clean Air Act (CAA) impacted mountaintop mining in the Appalachians since amendments were made to it? Options: Decreased coal mining in the Appalachians because of high sulfur content of coal., Increased coal mining in the Appalachians because of high selenium content., Increased coal mining in the Appalachians because of the low sulfur content of the coal.

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Increased coal mining in the Appalachians because of the low sulfur content of the coal.

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Which of the following is NOT environmental impacts of mining? Destroys natural communities over large areas., Acid drainage pollutes groundwater., Creates minimal dust., Mass wasting is common when overburden is loosened.

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Creates minimal dust.

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Which type of mining is associated with disturbing more land? Options: Surface mining, Sub-surface mining, Mining in the oceans

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Surface mining