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the largest number of firms mining miscellaneous metal ores is located in the Pacific region of the United States (California, Washington, and Oregon). The second greatest concentration was in the mountainous western region (Montana, Nevada, and Utah).
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What is the pilbara district most commonly known for?
The Pilbara is known for its iron ore mines
Who mines the most Iron ore?
Iron ore can be found almost anywhere deep underground. The top countries mining iron ore are China followed by Australia, Brazil, India and Russia. If you google "china iron ore map" in images you'll find the most active iron ore mines in the world.
Why are factories located near mines?
They are located near mines so that the minerals (iron ore, steel etc.) do not have to be transported very far, as costs for transportation are expensive.
Does Jamaica have iron ore mines?
no
What has the author Steven H Pilcher written?
Steven H. Pilcher has written: 'Unimak quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Simeonof Island quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Gareloi Island quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Umnak quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Umnak quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Ugashik quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Rat Islands quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits 'Rat Islands quadrangle' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits
How many uranium ore mines are in Niger?
Arlit and Akouta;
What ore mineral do rubies come from?
under the ground in mines
How is iron ore mined what type of mines open cut?
The mining method used to mine iron ore depends on the placement of the ore body and surrounding environment. - Addition below I would say the majority (over 95%) or iron ore mines are open cut. /BL
Which industries are most prevalent in the town of Workington?
The two most prevalent industries of Workington are the coal and steel industries. Another industry that they are known for is high grade iron ore. Workington is closely located to coal mines, that is why one of their major industries is coal.
Which state mines the most iron ore?
Minnesota. On the Cuyuna, Vermillion, Gunflint, and Mesabi ranges. This I know because I'm from the area.
Where is kudremukh mine?
The mine is located in India (Karnataka, India). It is an iron mine.The Kudremukh Iron Ore Mines are now defunct, the Iron ore processing plant is shut down and only skeletal services remain.Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited was set up in the year 1976. The company is completely owned by the Government of India.The main aim of this iron ore company was to develop the mines and the facilities within the plant so as to bring the production level of the iron ore to 7.5 million tonnes.
What did the 1800 trains carry?
Ore. In 1800 the only trains were in mines.
