Mining

What is subsurface mining?

• A form of mining that uses tunnels and shafts to bring ore to the surface.

• A method of mining that involves extracting minerals from the ocean floor.

• A technique that uses explosives to break rock and access minerals.

• A process of mining that occurs on the surface of the land.

What is surface mining?

• A method of mining that involves removing soil and rock that cover mineral deposits.

• A technique used to extract minerals from deep underground.

• A process of extracting minerals using underwater methods.

• A method that involves drilling deep holes to reach mineral deposits.

What is fracking?

• A method for extracting oil from the ocean floor.

• A controversial method for extracting natural gas from rock deep underground.

• A technique for drilling water wells.

• A process for refining crude oil into gasoline.

What is the purpose of mining?

• To extract valuable minerals or metals from the earth.

• To create artificial lakes and reservoirs.

• To cultivate crops and raise livestock.

• To build infrastructure and roads.

What is the significance of mining in the economy?

• Mining provides raw materials for various industries and contributes to economic growth.

• Mining is primarily focused on the extraction of precious metals only.

• Mining has no significant impact on the economy.

• Mining is only important for local communities and not for the national economy.

What is a renewable resource?

• A natural resource that can be replaced by nature in a short period of time.

• A resource that is finite and cannot be replenished.

• A resource that is man-made and does not occur naturally.

• A resource that is available only in limited quantities.

What is ore?

• A naturally occurring solid material from which a metal or valuable mineral can be profitably extracted.

• A type of rock that is always found near volcanoes.

• A synthetic material used in construction.

• A liquid substance used for cleaning metals.

What are minerals?

• Naturally occurring inorganic substances with a definite chemical composition.

• Organic compounds found in living organisms.

• Synthetic materials created in laboratories.

• Elements that are only found in liquid form.

What is the environmental impact of mining?

• Mining leads to habitat destruction, pollution, and resource depletion.

• Mining has no significant environmental impact.

• Mining improves local biodiversity.

• Mining creates more jobs and economic growth.

What are tailings?

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

• A type of mineral used in construction.

• A method of mining that involves drilling.

• A process of refining metals.