Sulfur Mining Knowledge Assessment

The video explores the hazardous sulfur mining in Indonesia's Ijen volcano, where miners like Mistar endure toxic conditions for low pay. Despite the global shift to industrial sulfur production, this traditional mining persists due to economic necessity and tourism. The process involves extracting sulfur from volcanic smoke, which is then used in various products. The video highlights the economic and health challenges faced by miners and the role of tourism in sustaining this dangerous practice.

What is the local name for sulfur mined in Indonesia?

• Miner's treasure

• Volcano's gift

• Devil's gold

• Angel's gold

What is one of the main reasons sulfur mining is still practiced in Indonesia?

• It is a safer job compared to others.

• It provides better pay compared to other local jobs.

• It is the only source of sulfur worldwide.

• It is a government-mandated activity.

What is the primary source of sulfur in the modern world?

• Natural gas extraction

• Volcanic mines

• Oil and gas refining

• Coal mining

What protective measure do miners often use due to the lack of gas masks?

• Wet towels or handkerchiefs

• Plastic bags

• Surgical masks

• Face shields

What happens to the sulfur smoke when it hits cooler air?

• It becomes more toxic.

• It solidifies and turns yellow.

• It changes color to blue.

• It evaporates completely.

How has the pandemic affected sulfur mining operations?

• Complete shutdown of mining

• Decreased production capacity

• Increased production capacity

• No change in operations

What is the weight of sulfur that Mistar typically carries in one load?

• 200 pounds

• 154 pounds

• 100 pounds

• 132 pounds

Why is sulfur from volcanic mines considered less desirable than that from oil and gas refining?

• It is more difficult to transport.

• It is not used in any industrial applications.

• It is less pure and may contain contaminants.

• It is more expensive to extract.

What is one reason the sulfur mine remains open despite its dangers?

• High sulfur demand

• Tourism interest

• Government subsidies

• Environmental benefits

What is the approximate daily earning of a sulfur miner like Mistar?

• $20 to $25

• $12 to $17

• $30 to $35

• $5 to $10