Introduction to Mining and Exploration
5 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Match the following mining terms with their definitions:

Minerals Exploration = Sequence of activities aims to discover deposits of minerals Project Design = Analysis of a proposed project whether it is feasible and should go ahead Mining = Mineral extraction from a rock seam or ore Surface Mining = Mining close to the earth's surface

Match the following types of mining with their descriptions:

Open-pit mining = Common, big hole in the ground, created thru blasting with explosives and drilling Surface Mining = Mining close to the earth's surface Underground Mining = Extraction of minerals deep below the earth's surface Placer Mining = Mining of stream bed deposits for minerals

Match the following terms related to mining with their activities:

Open-pit mining = Mine gravel, sand, rock Minerals Exploration = Discover deposits of minerals Mining = Extracting useful minerals Project Design = Evaluate project feasibility

Match the mining processes with their characteristics:

<p>Minerals Exploration = Identifying potential mineral deposits Surface Mining = Includes methods like strip mining and mountaintop removal Open-pit mining = Requires drilling and blasting techniques Underground Mining = Utilizes shafts and tunnels for mineral extraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of resource extraction with their methods:

<p>Open-pit mining = Creates a large pit in the ground Surface Mining = Removes minerals from near the surface Minerals Exploration = Conducts geological surveys and sampling Mining = Focuses on the removal of valuable materials from the earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mineral Exploration

  • A sequence of activities undertaken to discover deposits of minerals.

Project Design

  • A process that evaluates whether a proposed mining project is feasible and worth pursuing.

Mining

  • The process of extracting minerals from a rock seam or ore.
  • Focuses on extracting useful minerals.

Surface Mining

  • Mining operations located close to the Earth's surface.

Open-pit Mining

  • A common type of surface mining.
  • Involves creating a large, open hole in the ground.
  • Uses a combination of blasting with explosives and drilling.
  • Primarily used for extracting gravel, sand, and rock.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

Description

This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of mineral exploration, project design, and various mining methods. It focuses on surface mining techniques, including open-pit mining, and the feasibility studies involved in mining projects. Test your knowledge on the activities and processes that lead to successful mineral extraction.

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser