5.1.1 - Study of Minerals by Geographers and Geologists
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Practice Questions
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What do geographers study about minerals?
💡 Hint: Think about how minerals relate to landforms and economy.
What is an ore?
💡 Hint: Focus on what makes a mineral valuable.
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What is the main focus of a geographer in relation to minerals?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between minerals and landforms.
True or False: Geologists only study the economic viability of minerals.
💡 Hint: Consider the broader aspects of mineral studies.
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Suppose a new mineral deposit is discovered in a sedimentary basin. Evaluate the factors that would influence the mining strategy employed here.
💡 Hint: Consider how geological attributes affect extraction.
Create a comparative analysis of mining methods for igneous versus sedimentary minerals.
💡 Hint: Think about the differences in rock types and how they affect mining methods.
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