Rock to metal.jpeg
Detailed Description
This graphic is a visual representation of the rock-to-metal ratio and shows the cycle from mined rock and ore, to a refined mineral commodity. Image is public domain through Creative Commons, courtesy of Environmental Science & Technology.
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Public Domain.
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