Question

mining worksheet
follow along with the presentation in class to answer the following questions.
once the presentation is done, you can answer the remaining questions using
your textbook from pages 327 and 338 - 339.

1. what is the mining industry? (1 mark)
2. what is an example of a mineral that is worth a lot? why is it valuable?

(2 marks)

1. what are the three different types of minerals? give an example for

each. (3 marks)
a.
b.
c.

1. what is the difference between open pit mining and underground

mining? (2 marks)

1. why is mining important to canadas economy? explain. (2 marks)
2. name 3 risks of mining. (3 marks)

Explanation:

1. The mining industry is the sector that extracts minerals and other geological materials from the earth.
2. Gold is an example of a valuable mineral due to its rarity, use in jewelry, and as a store of value.
3. a. Metallic minerals (e.g., iron ore). b. Non - metallic minerals (e.g., limestone). c. Energy minerals (e.g., coal).
4. Open pit mining extracts minerals from an open - air excavation, while underground mining involves accessing minerals through tunnels and shafts.
5. Mining is important to Canada's economy as it provides raw materials, creates jobs, and generates export revenue.
6. Risks of mining include environmental damage (e.g., habitat destruction), safety hazards (e.g., cave - ins), and social impacts (e.g., displacement of communities).

Answer:

1. The mining industry is the sector that extracts minerals and other geological materials from the earth.
2. Gold is an example of a valuable mineral due to its rarity, use in jewelry, and as a store of value.
3. a. Metallic minerals (e.g., iron ore). b. Non - metallic minerals (e.g., limestone). c. Energy minerals (e.g., coal).
4. Open pit mining extracts minerals from an open - air excavation, while underground mining involves accessing minerals through tunnels and shafts.
5. Mining is important to Canada's economy as it provides raw materials, creates jobs, and generates export revenue.
6. Risks of mining include environmental damage (e.g., habitat destruction), safety hazards (e.g., cave - ins), and social impacts (e.g., displacement of communities).