MINING INDUSTRY
Topic: SUSTAINABLE MINING What is mining? (a) Mining is the process of extracting minerals and fossil fuels from the earth’s crust (b) Mining is the process of extracting different minerals and fuels from the earth’s ground What is sustainable Mining? Sustainable mining refers to the controlled extraction of minerals and fossil fuels with minimum environmental destruction. Types of Mining Industry . Mining industry divided into two major types, namely; (1) Metal mining industry (2) Non-metal mining industry 1. Metal Mining Industry This mining industry involves extraction of metal minerals like gold, copper and Iron among others. 2. Non-Metal Mining Industry Is the type of mining industry that involves the extraction of non metals minerals like salt, oil, an diamond. Types of Minerals Types of minerals are in three main categories; (1) Metallic minerals (2) Non -metallic minerals (3) Energy minerals 1. Metallic