Environmental Science 14th Edition by Tyler Miller ,Scott Spoolman

Exercise 5

What is the key concept for this section Define mineral resource and list two major types of such resources. Define ore and distinguish between a high-grade ore and a low-grade ore. What are reserves Explain the importance of lithium. Summarize the life cycle of a metal resource. Describe three major harmful environmental effects of extracting, processing, and using nonrenewable mineral resources.