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What effects so you think copper mining in Chile might have on the environment?
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Where is copper generally found?
Native copper can be found in alluvial deposits, granitic and basaltic rock. The biggest ores of copper are the minerals chalcopyrite and malachite. Copper is mined throughout the world and the open pit mines created are the largest man-made excavations in the world. The top copper mining countries are Chile, U.S.A., Peru, China, Australia, Indonesia, Russia, Canada and Zambia. Copper is found in many other countries as well, it's a pretty extensive list. Trace amounts of copper can be found in our blood - it is an essential enzyme that helps the central nervous poooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.
Where in the Earth can you find copper?
Copper can be found in common household items. mainly jewelry.
What family does copper belong to on the periodic table of elements?
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:Copper is a reddish chemical element. It is an extremely ductile metal and is second only to silver as a conductor of electricity and heat. It has a pleasing color and luster, it takes a high polish, and it forms alloys readily with almost all metals. Copper found in the free metallic state in nature is called "native copper." It is found throughout the world as a primary mineral in basaltic lava's. The greatest known deposit of copper is in porphyries formed by volcanic activity in the Chile's Andean Mountains.Copper is usually found in nature in association with sulfur. Pure copper metal is generally produced from a multistage process, beginning with the mining and concentrating of low-grade ores containing copper sulfide minerals, and followed by smelting and electrolytic refining to produce a pure copper cathode. An increasing share of copper is produced from acid leaching of oxidized ores. Nearly as much copper is recovered from recycled material as is derived from newly mined ore.Snowflakeia: It belongs to transition metals
Is Chile prone to earthquakes?
Chile is highly prone to earthquakes
Does Chile have any tropical rainforests?
YES Chile has around twenty and more rainforest's
What are the chile miners mining for?
copper
What type of mining is a significant industry in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile?
Copper mining in northern Chile is the major industry of the Atacama Desert.
What were the chile miners mining when trapped?
The Chilean miners were extracting copper when they became trapped in the mine. Copper is a valuable metal used in various industries, including construction and electronics.
What were they mining for in Chile where miners were trapped?
Copper silver and gold.
What is chile's main source of income?
Wine distribution and Copper mining
Who is the Minister of Mining for Chile?
Aurora Williams is the Minister of Mining for Chile.
What is Chile the world's largest exporter of?
Chile is considered among as one of a high-income economy of the World Bank and is considered as one of the most prosperous nation in South America. Chile's main exportation are mining, fishing and wine products respectively.
Major industry of Chile?
1. Mining (copper). 2. Foodstuff, beverage and tobacco. 3. Chemical (oil, rubber and plastic).
What has the author Jorge Alvear Urrutia written?
Jorge Alvear Urrutia has written: 'Chile, nuestro cobre' -- subject(s): Copper mines and mining
What natural resources does Chile have?
Traditionally, Chile is known for its wine and copper. Mining has been part of the Chilean history, economy, and culture since shortly after the beginning of the Spanish rule. The majority of the mining took place in the Northern part of the country, By 1830, Chile was the fourth largest producer of copper in the world, and is currently the number one producer of copper, contributing to approximately 40% of the production by the western continents. However, Chile was one of the first developing countries to focus on exports for financial growth. They have currently added timber, fishing and agribusiness to their export market. Fresh fruit is the second largest export industry behind copper. Thanks
What products do Chileans produce?
Mining is Chile's primary industry. The country produces 28% of the world's copper. Agriculture is also a big industry. Sources: www.santiagotimes.cl
What has the author J David Lowell written?
J. David Lowell has written: 'Using applied geology to discover large copper and gold mines in Arizona, Chile, and Peru' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Geologists, Interviews, Copper mines and mining, Gold mines and mining, Miners
