Difference between surface mining and underground mining
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Surface mining is suitable for large, low-grade ore deposits which occur below a thin layer of rock or sand. Underground mining is used for small, high-grade deposits covered with a thick soil or rock above the ore. Alluvial mining is suitable for deposits in sand and riverbeds.
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Surface mining is suitable for large, low-grade ore deposits which occur below a thin layer of rock or sand. Underground mining is used for small, high-grade deposits covered with a thick soil or rock above the ore. Alluvial mining is suitable for deposits in sand and riverbeds.
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