Practice Mining (4.4) - Primary Activities - CBSE 12 Geography

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Question 1.
What is mining?
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Think about the natural resources we use in daily life.
Question 2.
What are the two main types of mining methods?
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Consider where the minerals are located.
3Question 3.
What defines surface mining?
- Mining deep deposits
- Mining on the surface
- Mining in water
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Think about accessibility of minerals.
4Question 4.
True or False: Underground mining is less risky than surface mining.
- True
- False
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Consider safety hazards associated with depth.
Question 5.
Consider a country with rich mineral deposits. Analyze how technological advancements could change the productivity of its mining sector.
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Think about how machines and automation improve production.
Question 6.
Evaluate the role of local communities in shaping the mining practices in developing countries.
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Consider community rights and participation in decision-making.

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