Unformatted text preview: Mining Methods
There are many different ways to mine mineral resources from the Earth. The method
that is used depends where the mineral resource is located, at the surface or
underground, its size and shape, and if it is very hard or relatively soft.
Surface Mining Methods
Surface mining methods are used when a mineral resource is at or near the Earth's
surface. There are several types of surface mining including open pit, strip mining,
quarrying, placer mining, and evaporation ponds. In British Columbia today, open pit
mining and quarrying are common, while placer mining for gold was common in the
early days.
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Type Open Pit Quarrying Surface Mining- Short / bulleted description (2- 3 points) Strip Placer Underground Mining Cut and Fill Room and Pillar Block Caving Longwall
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