Mineral Extraction

Mineral Extraction

Let's take a look at mineral extraction -- or the removal of rocks and minerals from the Earths' crust -- and examine how this human activity impacts all aspects of Geography. We'll focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo and take a look at how the mining of minerals such as cobalt, has significantly impacted life in this region. 

Topics

  • materials science
  • ore extraction
  • metals
  • metallurgy
  • mining
  • e-waste
  • engineering
  • mineral extractions
  • geomorphology
  • non-renewable resources
  • rare earth elements