Mining

Mining is the process of extracting valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth. This activity involves the removal of resources such as metals, coal, diamonds, and other raw materials from the ground, often via techniques like shaft mining, open-pit mining, or placer mining. The mined materials are then processed for various industrial and commercial uses. Mining has a significant economic impact but can also pose environmental and social challenges, including habitat destruction, pollution, and effects on local communities.