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6.6.2.1Mining  

Definition

  • Use this domain for words related to mining.

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  • What words refer to digging minerals out of the ground? mine (v), quarry (v). What words refer to a place where minerals are mined? mine (n), gold mine, coal mine, strip mine, quarry (n), mother lode, deposit, vein, coalfield. What are the parts of a mine? mine shaft, tailings, entrance, head. What words refer to looking for minerals? prospecting, pan for gold. What words refer to finding minerals? eureka, strike it rich. What words refer to a person who mines? miner, prospector. What tools and machines are used in mining? pan, sluice, Geiger counter, metal detector, pick, rock hammer.

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  • 6.6.2.1

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https://w3id.org/MoRe-SFB1475/CT/concepts/3463099035

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