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What can be mined underground?

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Anonymous

15y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

Just about any mineral or metal can be mined underground or at the surface. Some typical underground mines may include gold, silver, coal, uranium, limestone, and salt. Many gemstones such as opal, diamond, emerald, ruby and sapphire are found in underground mines.

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