G
Geiger Counter
A device used to measure radiation levels in mineral areas.
H
Haulage
The transportation of materials or minerals from the mine to the required site.
High Grading
The extraction of only high-quality minerals.
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In-situ Mining
The extraction of minerals without removing the surrounding rocks.
L
Lode
A long, narrow mineral deposit within rocks.
Lunar Regolith
The surface soil on the Moon.
M
Mining
The process of extracting minerals or natural resources from the Earth.
Mineral
A naturally occurring inorganic chemical compound found in the Earth's crust.
Mineralization
The process of forming mineral deposits.
Mining Claim (Rights)
A legal right to extract minerals from a specific piece of land.
Mineral Processing
Processes that treat ore to extract valuable minerals.
Muck
Excess materials and soil transported during mining operations.
Mineral belts
Geological zones containing high concentrations of minerals.
Mining complex
Assemblage of facilities and installations that encompass mineral extraction and processing operations.
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Nugget
A mixture of water, clay, and solid materials.