The minerals they are natural, homogeneous substances of inorganic origin and of defined chemical composition. They are materials of great importance due to their enormous applications in the various fields of human activity. Modern industry depends directly or indirectly on all kinds of minerals, whether to build machines or directly manufacture products. In this Green Ecologist article, we will talk about the mineral extraction more details.
The extraction of natural minerals
Some minerals are used practically as they are extracted, without modifications, for example sulfur, talc or salt. While others must be subjected to various processes to obtain the desired product, such as iron, copper, aluminum or tin. In addition, minerals are a vital natural resource for the economy of a country, many of the commercial products are minerals or are obtained from a mineral.
On the map you can discover where they are extracted and the total amounts of natural minerals found under the earth's surface.
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