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A mining pan, often referred to as a gold pan, is a tool used primarily in placer mining to separate valuable minerals, such as gold, from other materials. It functions by allowing the user to mix soil or sediment with water and then shake or swirl the mixture, causing the heavier particles, like gold, to settle at the bottom while lighter materials are washed away. This simple yet effective method enables prospectors to efficiently sift through large amounts of material in search of precious metals.

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