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How deep are fossils typically found in the ground?

Fossils are typically found buried deep in the ground, ranging from a few feet to hundreds of feet below the surface. The depth at which fossils are found can vary depending on factors such as the age of the fossil and the geological processes that have occurred in that area.


Are metals found in the ground?

Yes, metals like iron, copper, and gold are found in the ground as part of ores. These metal ores are mined and then processed to extract the pure metal for various industrial applications.


What is deep mining?

Deep mining involves extracting minerals and resources from deep underground deposits, typically several thousand feet below the Earth's surface. This method requires extensive digging and drilling to reach the desired resources. Deep mining poses significant challenges regarding safety, ventilation, and ground stability.


What metal is found in the ground?

Yes, metals are usually obtained from ores in the ground. But a few metals may be found in their 'native' state. Silver, platinum, tin, and even iron (rarely). And magnesium is comonly refined from sea water. BUT some iron - nickel meteorites do descend from the sky - but probably were part of a previous planet.


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.

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Where was copper originally found?

As nuggets, on the ground.


Where clay soil found?

deep into the ground


Where is clay soil found?

deep into the ground


What is the origen of copper?

Copper is an element. It is a natural mineral found in the ground. It is extracted from the ground by mining similar to the mining of gold or iron.


Where are the oldest rock layers always found?

Deep in the ground.


Can be found under the sea floor and deep beneath the ground?

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What is a deep blue mineral?

Azurite is a deep blue mineral. It is often associated with copper deposits.


How is copper normally found in the ground?

In ores. Copper ores are found in various parts of the world. Copper can be found as a metal in the ground. Normally, it is green on the outside. Most copper is not as a metal but in chemical compounds. Chalcopyrite is the most common copper ore. It is a mixture of pyrite and copper sulfide. Copper is found in small amounts in living things. Some mollusks and arthropods have blue blood because they have copper in their blood. Animals such as humans and other mammals have red blood because it contains iron. Copper is purified by electrolysis. Electricity is passed through solutions containing copper compounds, such as copper sulfate - sometimes spelt sulphate. Pure copper forms on the negative electrode.


Can the sand harm your copper pipes?

I have found that anything under ground can go bad after a while. But the worst thing for under ground pipes is for it ( copper ) to be touching each other and touching cement or rocks


How deep are fossils typically found in the ground?

Fossils are typically found buried deep in the ground, ranging from a few feet to hundreds of feet below the surface. The depth at which fossils are found can vary depending on factors such as the age of the fossil and the geological processes that have occurred in that area.


Where is the element of sulfur found?

Deep underneath the ground and in trace amounts in fossil fuels.


Where is coal from?

It's from the ground. Deep, DEEP in the ground.