Selfadvancing hydraulic lifts are used to hold the ceiling in place until mining is completed on a given panel. To all of our mining industry friends, please feel free to use this handbook wisely and share it. Mining in a wider sense includes extraction of any nonrenewable resource such as petroleum, natural gas, or even water. Metal is a good conductor of heat and forms cations and ionic bonds with nonmetals. If other definitions of a term in this document appear in other documents, then these different definitions apply for the scope of this other document. It may be from an ore body, lode, vein, seam, reef or placer deposits. Web hits and downloads continue as students and professors, miners, engineers, and mining executives embrace the handbook as an invaluable source of practical. Informative presentation you came across to know about open pit mining. Mining of stones and metal has been a human activity since pre. Metal is a good conductor of heat and forms cations and ionic bonds with non metals. Processed ore by minerals for open pit and underground metal mines for the.
Metal mining definition of metal mining by medical dictionary. The testing of rocks to determine how much of a particular sought after element is contained within a rock sample. Oct 12, 2018 the metals and mining sector is the industry dedicated to the location and extraction of metal and mineral reserves around the world. Anchorsrock anchors rock anchors resist forces by means of corrosion protected steel bars. Glossary of mining terminology this is a loose term implying any fatal gas in a mine after an explosion or fire.
Mining is the process of extracting minerals like gold, silver, copper, nickel and uranium metallic and salt, potash, coal and oil nonmetallic formations that concentrate naturally in the earth. The wwf indicates that the metal mining industry has not been forthcoming with information about the location of existing, let alone abandoned, storage sites for mining waste, forcing the european commission to. Glossary terms and definitions provided courtesy of the steel founders society of america. We have launched yourvoice, a service which provides you with a confidential and secure way to tell us about your concerns.
This publication has been prepared on the basis of information available at the time of writing and is not intended to. This is a partial glossary of coal mining terminology commonly used in the coalfields of the united kingdom. Geology, exploration and mining terminology canada. The support activities for metal mining except site preparation and related construction activities market consists of sales of support activities for metal mining except site preparation and related construction activities services by entities organizations, sole traders and partnerships that perform support activities for mining and quarrying of metallic minerals and for extraction of. Okubo encyclopedia of life support systems eolss figure 1c. These deposits form a mineralized package that is of economic interest to the miner.
An adit is an underground level or tunnel to the surface for access or drainage purposes. The industry refuses to deal with abandoned mines some abandoned as recently as the 1980s, preferring to simply sit back and wait for the taxpayer to foot the bill. Also a term applied to seed that cannot be identified as to variety. Metal mining synonyms, metal mining pronunciation, metal mining translation, english dictionary definition of metal mining. If you agree to our use of cookies, please continue to use our site. The lowest temperature at which the distorted grain structure of a coldworked metal is replaced by a new, strain free grain structure, during prolonged annealing. Glossary of terminology commonly used in mining and reclamation technology. The glossary of mining terminology is a first attempt to improve inuktitut terminology in the resource development field. Pdf mining is the extraction of economically valuable minerals or other. An overview of basic mining terms and where various components of a mineral deposit end up. This is a loose term implying any fatal gas in a mine after an explosion or fire. Butt entry a coal mining term that has different meanings in different locations.
Potential environmental impacts september 1997 b 4 materials and wastes from metal mining activities that have the potential to generate acid drainage include spent ore from heap and dump leach operations, tailings, waste rock, and overburden material. Classification of underground mining methods mineral production in which all extracting operations are conducted beneath the ground surface is termed underground mining. Injury risk rates are derived, and ignition source, methods of detection and. It also produces iron ores, rare earth metals, and precious metals and stones. Larger companies in this industry are vertically integrated.
Government agencies are required by law upon request to share any documents, including electronic documents, with the public. For example, a gold nugget containing 885 parts of pure gold and 115 parts of other metals, such as silver and copper, would be considered 885fine. It does not include terms dealing with bauxite mining, alumina and anode production and aluminium smelting. Ores recovered by mining include metals, coal, oil shale, gemstones, limestone, chalk, dimension stone, rock salt, potash, gravel, and clay. Fineness defines gold content in parts per thousand. Reducing the degree or intensity of, or eliminating, pollution. Manganese, tantalum, cassiterite, copper, tin, nickel, bauxite aluminum ore, iron ore, gold, silver, and diamonds are just some examples of what is mined. Feb 16, 2019 also allows for transport and logistics within a mining operation. Continuous miner a piece of mining equipment which produces a continuous flow of ore from the working face. Two sets of example terms of reference tors are provided, one set of tors for non. Carbon a naturally occurring nonmetallic element form ing diamond or graphite. Glossary of mining terms the strip mining handbook. Glossary of mining terms united states mine rescue association. Miners terminology goldstrike colorado gold experience.
Open pit mining mining methods hydraulic gassification opencast mining open cut mining surface or strip mining final pit. Glossary of terminology commonly used in mining and reclamation technology acid mine drainage. Head frame the metal frame erected over a shaft, which bears the hoisting. Metal chemical element, compound, or alloy characterized by high electrical conductivity. Caval ridge coal mine project environmental impact statement page 1 glossary, abbreviations and units glossary term definition airlift yield volume of water per unit of time blown from the borehole during drilling ls. This practice consists of crushing the ore on a roller, tube. By contrast, supply is added in bulk when a new development is completed. The aim of the glossary is to clarify some technical words associated with resource development using everyday language.
In surface mining operations, overburden is removed prior to mining using large equipment. A power machine shaves the coal along the face over the entire length of a panel designated for mining. Children boys and girls are all persons under 18 years of age. Time, purity of the metal, and prior deformation are important factors. The holder of a claim is generally granted rights to the land in exchange for an agreement. Signifies the average number of grams of gold au contained within one metric tonne of rock. Overcast undercast enclosed airway which permits one air current to pass over under another without interruption. When mining has been completed, it is either used to backfill the mined areas or is hauled to an external dumping andor storage site. Some words were in use throughout the coalfields, some are historic and some are local to the different british coalfields. A trading glossary is available in the pgm prices section terms appearing in italics are also defined within the glossary. Instead of sucking up water and gravel through the use of water pressure, the bucket line dredges would scoop it up and run it through a long sluice box. Claimland held by a prospector or mining company for the purpose of mineral exploration.
Mining definition of mining by the free dictionary. This mixture can be discharging from an active mine or abandoned mine. Flight the metal strap or crossbar attached to the drag chainandflight. Geology, exploration and mining terminology canada mines. The first to be excavated is overburden, which includes plants, topsoil, and rocks that are inert and unrelated to the mined deposit. A mining company will proceed with the cost of a feasibility study generally once it has proved continuity of its ore deposits confirmed by samplings and or drilling on a relatively detailed grid that allows for fairly precise determination of tonnage, density, mineral and metal content and is that part of the orebody that economic viability.
In addition, mining terms used in the text of the report are briefly explained in nontechnical language. A system of mining on straight faces up to 400 yards in length. Exploration and mining in canada natural resources canada. Examples for surface mining important terms of surface mining. This form of mining differs from underground mining that requires tunneling into the earth. Airway any passage in a mine along which an air current moves. Adit a horizontal or nearly horizontal entrance to a tunnel or mine as opposed to a vertical shaft. Karat indicates the proportion of solid gold in an alloy based on a total of 24 parts. Cage elevator to lower and hoist ore cars, men and materials. Precious metals are usually returned as gt grams per tonne which indicates for every tonne of that rock, it should contain the indicated grams of precious metal.
Isasmelt technology for smelting nonferrous metals, applications of which for copper are practiced at isas plant, based on plant and equipment of xstrata and isas design including that for feed preparation, the smelting vessel, lance burner system, equipment for metal and slag lapping and handling, the specifications for refractories, and for flues and gas cooling and gas cleaning. The terminology used in this bulletin is believed to be that employed and understood by the average american metal miner, shift boss, foreman, superintendent, engineer, or manager, to whom the bulletin probably will be of most interest. A trading glossary is available in the pgm prices section terms appearing in italics are also defined within the glossary if you would like to suggest changes or additions to the glossary please contact us. Read all our latest press releases, speeches and presentations. Instead of sucking up water and gravel through the use of water pressure, the bucket line dredges would scoop it up and run it. When metal is mined, the rock is separated into three categories. It is defined as a concentration of minerals that can be exploited and turned into a saleable product to generate a financially acceptable profit under existing economic conditions. Breasting ore taking ore from the face, breast or end of a tunnel. Acid mine water mine water that contains free sulfuric acid, mainly due to the. Metal mining definition of metal mining by the free dictionary. Mining is required to obtain any material that cannot be grown through agricultural processes, or feasibly created artificially in a laboratory or factory. Demand tends to grow in a relatively stable fashion on the back of global economic growth. Odd lot a block of shares that is less than a board lot.
Integrated operations glossary of terms scc southern. The mining and metals sector has been very vibrant in terms of mergers and acquisitions over the last few years. Edumine is the leading provider of professional development and training for the mining industry with over 180 ondemand courses. This pdf is a selection from an outofprint volume from. It is also a receipt for cargo accepted for transportation, and must be presented for taking delivery at the destination. The glossary of mining terminology is a living document that will continue to be improved as the industry. Acid mine water mine water that contains free sulfuric acid, mainly due to the weathering of iron pyrites. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms american geological institute on. Global reserves of metals and minerals are mined for profit. Free milling ores of gold or silver from which the precious metals can be. Water mixed with sulfuric acid and having a ph of less than 6. Metal mining article about metal mining by the free dictionary.
The mining glossary provides a reference source for pgm mining terminology used on this site and elsewhere. Underground mining methods are usually employed when the depth of the deposit andor the waste to ore ratio stripping ratio are. Air shaft a vertical opening into a mine for the passage of air. Unesco eolss sample chapters civil engineering vol. Nugget a small mass of precious metal, found free in nature. Injury risk rates are derived, and ignition source, methods of detection and suppression, and other variables are examined. Bac does not normally leave an area free of metal, as mine clearance normally does. Isasmelt technology for smelting nonferrous metals, applications of which for copper are practiced at isas plant, based on plant and equipment of xstrata and isas design including that for feed preparation, the smelting vessel, lance burner system, equipment for metal and slag lapping and handling, the specifications for refractories, and for flues and gas cooling and gas. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms published on cdrom in. Glossary of customs and trade terms b bl abbreviation for bill of lading.
Examples for underground mining important terms of underground mining. However, labor is costly, and manual mining tech niques are. This pdf is a selection from an outofprint volume from the national bureau of economic research volume title. The passage of one substance into or through another. Metal mining article about metal mining by the free. The example terms of reference are printed separately to facilitate use by countries as they prepare their own eia program requirements for mining projects. A type of surface mining in which massive, usually metallic mineral deposits are removed by cutting benches in the walls of a broad, deep funnelshaped excavation which is open to the surface for the duration of the mines life. Mining is the extraction removal of minerals and metals from earth. Underground mining methods and applications production headframe hans hamrin 1. Flight the metal strap or crossbar attached to the drag chainandflight conveyor. Glossary of mining terminology after damp gasses resulting from underground combustion, normally carbon monoxide. Usda natural resources conservation service, national plant materials manual.
The wwf indicates that the metal mining industry has not been forthcoming with information about the location of existing, let alone abandoned, storage sites for mining waste, forcing the european commission to attempt to compile. In 2010, a record high of 1,123 deals worldwide were reported, a number which stood. Not only do mining companies prosper, but governments also make money from revenues. In mining, the use of cyanide in water, or other chemical, that is applied on top of finely crushed ore to dissolve and extract the desired metal typically gold or copper. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Mining is the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth, usually from an ore body, lode, vein, seam, reef or placer deposit. Mining those extracts metallic minerals such as copper, lead, zinc, silver, and gold. Amorphous a term applied to rocks or minerals that possess no definite crystal.
The mining industry is cyclical, thanks to the lag between investment decisions and new supply. The two industries ranked together as the primary or basic industries of early civilization. It is the culmination of a 5year effort incorporating not only standard mining. Dictionary of terms related to mining, mining, claim, geography, maps, the bureau of land management, and the diggings. This new edition, containing 28, 500 terms, incorporates the technological developments and environmental regulations that have changed the minerals industry so dramatically. Byproduct a secondary metal or mineral product recovered in the milling process.
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