surface mining
Yes, there is coal mining in Texas, particularly in the northern and central regions of the state. Texas produces lignite coal, which is used for electricity generation in power plants within the state.
Opal mining is not a prominent activity in Texas. While there may be some small-scale mining operations, Texas is not known for its opal deposits compared to other states like Nevada or Idaho.
Texas Utilities Mining Co., a subsidiary of TXU Corp., which reported 2003 sales of $11 billion.
The 2001 nonfuel mining revenue in Texas is valued at 2.21 Billion. Texas ranks 3rd (nonfuel) in overall mining value. This creates jobs for Texans. Good paying jobs.
beef and hay
under water aquiriam
Ruby Mining
Ranching, farming, and oil mining are the main jobs throughout Texas.
coal mining, gold mining
Heavy equipment used for mining any natural resource from the earth is used for mining diamonds.
Cyanides (NaCN or KCN) are not used in uranium mining and recovery, but it is used in gold mining.