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Copper Mining and Processing

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Table of Contents

  • Summary and Learning Objectives
  • Background
  • Copper Mining in AZ and Tribal Lands
  • Life Cycle of a Mine
  • Processing Copper Ores
  • Resources and Glossary
  • Hands-On Activity Guide: Copper Electrolysis

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    • Introduction
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    • Copper Mining and Processing
      • Summary and Learning Objectives
      • Background
      • Copper Mining in AZ and Tribal Lands
      • Life Cycle of a Mine
      • Processing Copper Ores
      • Resources and Glossary
      • Hands-On Activity Guide: Copper Electrolysis
  • Módulos de Aprendizaje (Spanish)
  • Textbook – Toxicología Ambiental
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