Why do we need mining?

Why do we need mining?Why do we need mining?

Corporate Edition

Get out a piece of paper for a POP QUIZ!!How many people think that they could survive if we did not mine any more copper or metals? Now that you see all the things that copper and metals are used in, how many people could live without their cellphone, car, computer, ipad, ect.?What would you give up if you thought mining should stop in AZ or the entire world?

What is an ore deposit?What is an ore deposit?• Measured and known body of ore minerals

Dendas 2011 Chile

Where are ore deposits found?Where are ore deposits found?

Corporate Edition

So you all just learned about plate boundaries in your previous activity. Where would the plate boundaries be found in this image?

Porphyry Copper DepositsPorphyry Copper Deposits

Dendas 2011 Bingham Canyon Mine

Corporate Edition

Most of the world's copper comes from porphyry copper deposits. Locations include S. America, Indonesia, and the United States.

Mining in ArizonaMining in Arizona

http://www.azgs.az.gov

How do geologists findHow do geologists find these deposits? these deposits?

How much land does US mining use?

www.mii.org

Longhorn Exploration Longhorn Exploration Company ActivityCompany Activity

-Work together in small groups of 3-4. Raise your hand if everyone in your group does not understand the question.

-You have 20 minutes to complete the activity. Stay on task.

10 km

AZ Standards Covered in this activity

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M07-S1C2-01M07-S1C2-02M07-S1C2-03M07-S3C3-01M07-S5C2-01M07-S5C2-02M07-S5C2-03

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Why do we need mining?