Question

Which factors need to be decided before converting a mineral ‘deposit’ or ‘reserve’ into a mine?

• A. the people living around the mine
• B. concentration of minerals in the ore
• C. location of the mine
• D. economic viability of a mine

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
B concentration of minerals in the ore
C location of the mine
D economic viability of a mine

There are a number of factors which need to be decided upon before converting a mineral ‘deposit’ or ‘reserve’ into a mine: Concentration of minerals in the ore, ease of extraction of minerals, the economic viability of a reserve, whether the mine is closer to the market or an industry.