Mining 5.29 Resources

What is a concern associated with subsurface mining?

• It is always economically beneficial

• It has no impact on air and water

• It can be economically prohibitive due to safety and insurance concerns

• It only affects biodiversity

Which type of mining is depicted as having a horizontal shaft?

• Open pit mining

• Placer mining

• Subsurface mining

• Strip mining

Which term refers to the economically valuable materials extracted from minerals?

• Metal

• Ore

• Reserve

• Mine tailings

What is a significant effect of surface mining on air quality?

• Minimal dust at the mining site

• Significant dust and particulate matter

• Emissions from fossil fuels

• No effect on air quality

What type of environment is necessary for the initial formation of peat?

• Desert

• Peat Swamp (Mire)

• Mountain

• Ocean

What is the main factor that causes uplift and erosion of coal?

• Water flow

• Geological activity

• Wind

• Human activity

Which of the following is not a stage in the coal formation process?

• Peat

• Sediment

• Oil reservoir

• Sedimentary rock

What is natural gas classified as?

• Renewable resource

• Fossil fuel

• Mineral

• Metal

What is the primary factor that turns dead plants into coal?

• Sunlight

• Heat and pressure

• Wind

• Water

What can cause sinkholes to develop in mining areas?

• Acid mine drainage

• Overburden removal

• Sinkhole development

• Tailings storage