Mining and Mineral Resources

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List three characteristics of all minerals.

(Not what they are made of.)

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How do evaporites form?

Section 1 Formative Assessment

1. 1. Define the term mineral.

Section 1 Formative Assessment

2. 2. Explain the difference between a metal and a nonmetal,
   and give examples of each.

Section 1 Formative Assessment

3. 3. Describe three processes by which minerals form.

Section 1 Formative Assessment

4. 4. List five properties that make metals

5. economically and industrially important.

Section 1 Formative Assessment
Analyzing Relationships

5. 5. A mineral is a naturally occurring substance.
   Are synthetic minerals produced in laboratories minerals?
   Explain your answer.

Section 1 Formative Assessment

Making Comparisons

6. 6. Unlike metals, nonmetals are not good conductors of heat and electricity.

7. How might these properties influence the use of nonmetals in industry?

8. Write a paragraph (3-5 sentences) to explain your answer.

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How are planes used to find rich ore deposits?

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Describe what happens to the overburden once

all the coal has been taken out of a surface coal mine.