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Topic: Mineral resources Of the United states

What is the primary method used for extracting coal in the U.S.?
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  • Surface (strip) mining
Hydraulic fracturing is primarily associated with which resource?
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  • Natural gas
The largest application of natural gas in the U.S. is ____.
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    Granite is commonly used for____.
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    • Decorative building stones and countertops
    What is the primary use of beneficiation in mining?
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    • To improve the purity of extracted minerals
    Iron ore is the main component in the production of ____.
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    • Steel
    Mining in sensitive ecosystems, like wetlands, can lead to ____.
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    • Permanent loss of biodiversity
    What is the primary use of rare earth elements in the U.S.?
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    • Military defense systems and renewable energy
    The Mining Law of 1872 primarily governs ____.
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    • Exploration and mining of hard rock minerals
    Lithium, a critical mineral, is essential for ____.
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    • Battery technology and renewable energy storage
    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) ensures ____.
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    • Proper evaluation of mining project impacts
    Which mineral is most crucial to U.S. infrastructure projects?
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    • Limestone
    What percentage of U.S. GDP is contributed by the mining industry?
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    • 1%
    Which region of the U.S. is most economically dependent on coal mining?
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    • Appalachian Mountains
    Mining for industrial minerals like sand and gravel primarily supports ____.
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    • Construction and infrastructure
    Mining reclamation focuses on ____.
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    • Restoring ecosystems and landscapes after mining operations
    Which U.S. state is a top producer of gold, contributing significantly to exports?
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    • Nevada
    A major challenge for U.S. mining companies is ____.
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    • Over-regulation of the mining sector
    Seafloor mining technology focuses on extracting ____.
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    • Manganese nodules and cobalt
    A key focus of U.S. mineral policy is ____.
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    • Reducing reliance on foreign imports of strategic minerals
    Artificial intelligence in mining is used for ____.
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    • Automating labor-intensive processes
    What is a promising renewable alternative to mined materials in construction?
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    • Bamboo-based composites

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