Copper in History worksheet

Year Level(s)Years 3-6, Years 7-10, Years 11-12
Subject Area(s)General Science, Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Science, Science
Topic(s)Opencut Mining, Underground Mining, Minerals Processing, Smelting & Refining, Mining
Resource TypeWorksheet
Publish Date29th Jan 2010

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.

 


Worksheet - Copper in History

File TypePDF
Media TypePDF
File Size0.11MB
Concentrated ore ready for smelting. Image courtesy of Xstrata Copper.

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