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Operating mines in Australia interactive Google map This is a Google Earth interactive map showing the locations of operating mines in Australia. Each location is represented by name and an icon corresponding to the commodities extracted. Students can click on the icon to see basic information about the commodities, the operator and location of the mine.Queensland Resources Council wishes to acknowledge the considerable assistance provided by Geoscience Australia in the provision of these maps. |
Copper in History worksheet The worksheet is a science literacy activity which involves an investigation into the history of copper. Students are given a series of questions and asked to circle the correct answers.This worksheet is used in conjunction with the Copper ITAM which can be ordered from the Minerals Council of Australia. The first copy is free, a class set is A$27.50. Ordering and contact details are provided on the sheet. |
Copper fact sheet Copper is a metal which is mined from the earth and used for a number of different purposes. It was formed as a result of volcanic activity which resulted in large masses of molten rock and hot water cooling and then solidifying into copper compounds. This fact sheet provides information about copper and its extraction. It describes the properties and uses of copper, formation of copper ore bodies, mining and processing, and the management of associated environmental impacts. |
Copper Processing PowerPointFind out how copper ore is extracted and turned into copper metal. This is a PowerPoint presentation showing the properties, uses and extraction of copper. It includes details of the mining and processing of copper ore as well as smelting, converting and refining to produce copper metal. Most slides contain photographs or labelled diagrams. Teachers notes are included.Queensland Resources Council acknowledges the assistance provided by Xstrata Copper in the provision of material for this presentation. |
Solvent Extraction of Copper experiment.jpg "Isasmelt image") In this experiment students carry out an investigation similar to what is conducted within industrial laboratories. Information and directions are provided for the experiment which investigates the recovery of copper metal from ore using solvent extraction. It includes background information on the industrial process and chemistry involved, as well as notes for teachers. |
Careers in Mining worksheet The mining industry offers a wide and exciting range of career opportunities for men and women who are interested in receiving world class training and earning competitive salaries within operations utilising cutting edge technology.In this worksheet, students investigate six career paths from the MCA Careers Website and complete a number of questions. |
Exploring Mining in Queensland Exploring Mining In Queensland Past and Present provides students from years P-10 with opportunites to explore past, present and future mining activities in Queensland. Students are able to examine the mining industry across the Essential Learnings themes of time, continuity and change, place and space, culture and identity and political and economic systems. |
Froth Flotation experiment Different processing methods are used by mining companies to separate out valuable minerals from other unwanted waste minerals. This experiment demonstrates how froth flotation uses special chemicals and air bubbles to float unwanted minerals away. |
Floating Froth experiment Find out how to use froth to separate minerals from unwanted rock. This is an activity sheet giving instructions for a simple experiment which demonstrates how froth flotation works. It includes a blank data table. |
Copper Refining - Plate Removal (Video) Short video showing plates of pure copper being removed out of tanks following electrolysis. |
