Asked by Julian Roberts on Sep 27, 2024
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Which term refers to the waste that results from processing ore?
A) tailings
B) gangue
C) acid mine drainage
D) spoil
Tailings
The materials left over after the process of separating the valuable fraction from the uneconomic fraction of an ore.
Ore
A naturally occurring solid material from which a metal or valuable mineral can be extracted profitably.
- Comprehend the terms and ideas associated with refuse from mining operations, including tailings, gangue, spoil, and acid mine drainage.
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Panghong Zheng1 day ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Tailings are the waste materials that remain after the extraction of desired minerals from ore.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the terms and ideas associated with refuse from mining operations, including tailings, gangue, spoil, and acid mine drainage.