What mineral is white, strengthens bones and is found in toothpaste? It’s calcium!
Mining is needed for space travel!
Why? Because aluminium, titanium and copper are needed to build spacecrafts
Every time you turn on your gaming console, smart phone or TV, minerals are being used. The average modern electronic device has more than 35 minerals in it.
Australia’s Super Pit Gold Mine (located in Kalgoorlie, WA) can be seen from space
When you are eating your food, think about how mining plays a role in bringing it to your plate. From farm fertilisers used to grow fruit and veg to foil packets and drink cans, you can find the earth’s minerals!