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Damage to the lungs from coal dust. Entrapment or death from cave-ins.

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What are the risks invovled in coal mining?

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Strip mining is often involved in the production of .?

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What is Strip mining often involved in the production?

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what- Strip mining is often involved in the production of ____?

Strip mining has long been associated with coal mines, has sometimes been used for copper and gold mines, and is currently in use for mining the Athabasca Tar Sands.


Is coal easy to extract?

Coal extraction can vary in difficulty depending on factors such as depth of the coal seam, presence of overburden, and mining method used. In general, coal mining can be labor-intensive and can pose safety risks due to the potential for cave-ins, gas explosions, and other hazards.


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How was coal extracted from the earth?

Coal is extracted in two methods. One is by digging tunnels into the earth and following the vein of coal, removing it by rail cart. The other is strip mining where they remove the earth above the coal and dig down to it. This way usually involves the removal of entire mountain tops to get at the coal. Recently however they have started to replant the vegetation when they are done to reclaim the land back to a natural state.


Why was coal mining dangerous?

Coal mining was dangerous due to the risks of cave-ins, explosions, and exposure to toxic gases such as methane and carbon monoxide. Miners also faced the hazards of lung diseases from coal dust inhalation and physical injuries from heavy machinery and tools.


Is coal a mining product?

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What is the name of the type of mining that takes place when coal is found close to the surface of the earth?

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