Mineral industry

Mineral industry

The mineral industry is the branch of industry responsible for the exploitation of minerals from soil deposits. This is achieved by mining (through underground excavations or open workings), but also by processing plants. Products of mineral industry include various building materials, such as rocks (ex. granite), but also cement, glass and ceramics.

Worldwide

See also

References

  • Ratan Raj Tatiya, Ratan Tatiya, Surface and underground excavations: methods, techniques and equipment, Taylor & Francis, 2005, ISBN 9058096270



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