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Q: How much copper has been mined in human history?
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How much iron has been mined in human history?

73.4 Million tons


How much palladium has been mined in human history?

As of the End of 2004, total palladium mined was estimated at 3,781.5 tons. Given annual production is now around 222 tons pa, total mined in human history at the end of 2009 would be around 4,890 tons.


How much silver has been mined in human history?

About 40 billion ounces, or 1.37 million short tons


What do people mine in Montana?

Montana has a rich mining history. Products which have been known to be mined in Montana include gold, copper, silver, lead, coal, zinc, and magnesium.


What is mined is England?

Although most of England's mineral reserves have now been mined out, in the past coal, oil, clay, stone, tin, copper, lead and iron were mined.


Who discovered copper and discovered and what year was it discovered?

The discover of Copper dates from prehistoric times, It has been mined for more than 5000 years.


Where was copper found?

actually, archaeologists have suggested with evidence that copper was found in ancient times, and has almost definitely been mined for the last 11,000 years!


Can copper and gold be recycled instead of mined?

Copper and gold ARE recycled. However, recycling does not provide for ADDITIONAL metals- it only reuses metals that have already been mined. More people use more metals. As the number of people increase, so does the demand for all metals- including copper and gold.


Is Earth running out of gold?

No. Based on geological surveys and other estimates, only about 5% of the total gold available has been mined in human history. So 95% would supposedly still be there for the taking.


How much gold has been mined in human history?

It's hard to believe, but if all the gold ever mined was weighed, it would amount to between 140,000 and 160,000 tons. That would be a cube of approximately 62 feet on a side. A cubic inch of gold weighs 11.06 oz.


How many Diamonds are in South Africa?

This question is impossible to answer, since diamonds are mined from the earth. The diamonds in South Africa -- or anywhere -- can't be counted until they are brought to the surface and counted.


Where were diamonds first mined?

Diamonds were first mined in India, with evidence of diamond mining dating back to at least the 4th century BC. The region of Golconda in India was particularly famous for producing high-quality diamonds.