Review:
Surface Mining Techniques
overall review score: 4.2
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Surface mining techniques involve extracting valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth's surface, rather than from underground. These techniques may include open-pit mining, strip mining, and mountaintop removal.
Key Features
- Open-pit mining
- Strip mining
- Mountaintop removal
- High volume production
- Lower cost compared to underground mining
Pros
- High volume production of minerals
- Lower cost compared to underground mining
- Can access shallow mineral deposits
Cons
- Environmental impact such as habitat destruction and water pollution
- Responsible for landscape alteration
- May require large scale excavation