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Modeling Mining Processes

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This investigation organizes students' understanding of resource extraction before, during, and after mining.

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Resource extraction is a complex part of the supply chain. We can understand it better when we adopt new perspectives, organize our thoughts, and use modeling techniques to represent mining processes.

Explore this investigation to understand: What are the trade-offs of resource extraction for a material that matters to you?

Be sure to explore the resource extraction section of The Science of Extraction to E-Waste that supports this investigation.

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