4.4.2 - Methods of Mining
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Practice Questions
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What is surface mining?
💡 Hint: Think of mining that happens above ground.
Name one mineral extracted through underground mining.
💡 Hint: It's often found deep within the Earth.
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What is the primary goal of surface mining?
💡 Hint: Consider where surface mining operates.
True or False: Underground mining is less risky than surface mining.
💡 Hint: Think about the complexities of digging deep.
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Analyze the impact of high labor costs in developed countries on mining practices.
💡 Hint: Consider relationships between labor and economic strategies.
Evaluate how mining has played a role in the history of human advancement.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the timeline of society's capability growth.
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