Soft-rock mines encounter several ground control challenges. Roof and rib instability, manifesting as rock falls, spalling (skin failure), or larger ...Read more
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The name hematite comes from ancient Greek, meaning like blood, mainly because of its color. As early as 63 BC, ...Read more
Iron ore deposits occur in a large genetic variety. Two factors of iron concentration are especially prominent– redox changes and ...Read more
The animation shows folds which is an important concept in Geology. Are you familiar with the following terminology: Anticline Syncline Thrust fault Ridge Valley Video by ...Read more
The rock cycle is a continuous geological process that describes the transformation of rocks from one type to another over ...Read more
How can a tsunami be generated by an earthquake? This short animation outlines the process. Animation by Read more
Elemental sulfur is found in volcanic regions as a deposit formed by the emission of hydrogen sulphide, followed by aerial oxidation ...Read more