Air shaft a vertical opening into a mine for the passage of air. The first to be excavated is overburden, which includes plants, topsoil, and. A trained engineer with knowledge of the science, economics, and arts of mineral. Mineral facts and problems, 1975 a dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms 2 books bureau of mines on. Solution mining for any mineral that is in or may be transported in a liquid state oil. This list has been compiled from posts written in the former glossary section removed late 2012. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms published on cdrom in. Mineral resource classification is the classification of mineral resources based on an increasing level of geological knowledge and confidence. Wikimedia commons has media related to mining by material.
Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms how is dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms abbreviated. A dictionary of mining, mineral and related terms, presented online by edumine. Some terms distinguish various types of mined minerals. The student of mining is thus advised to become familiar with all the terms used in mining, particularly those that are peculiar to either mines or minerals.
This information is taken with permission from the u. Fay, a glossary of the mining and mineral industry u. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Bastnasite and monazite are the two most common sources of cerium and other rees. Terms appearing in italics are also defined within the glossary. Top related terms for mining are antemortem, outlier and paisa. The glossary of mining terminology is a first attempt to improve inuktitut terminology in the resource development field. References evolutionary and revolutionary technologies for mining. It is important to use the correct terms and to understand the differences in meaning of terms that may be used across multiple sectors. This can help to avoid confusion or misunderstandings when working across sectors. The second edition, containing 28,500 terms, incorporates the technological developments and environmental regulations that have changed the minerals industry so dramatically.
A trading glossary is available in the pgm prices section terms appearing in italics are also defined within the glossary if you would like to suggest changes or additions to the glossary please contact us. The first to be excavated is overburden, which includes plants, topsoil, and rocks that are inert and unrelated to the mined deposit. Bastnasite a mixedlanthanide fluorocarbonate mineral ln f co3 that currently provides the bulk of the worlds supply of the light rees. Many of these terms now have a legal definition based on law. When metal is mined, the rock is separated into three categories. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms american geological institute this new edition, containing 28,500 terms, incorporates the technological developments and environmental regulations that have changed the minerals industry so dramatically.
It is the culmination of a 5year effort incorporating not only standard miningrelated terms but also terms in peripheral areas, such as the environment, marine mining, leaching, pollution, automation, health and safety. Glossary of terminology commonly used in mining and reclamation technology acid mine drainage. Change house the mine building where workers change into work clothes. The glossary of mining terminology is a living document that will continue to be improved as the industry develops and inuktitut speakers become. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms how is. This pdf is a selection from an outofprint volume from. A dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms. An overview of basic mining terms and where various components of a mineral deposit end up. Dictionary of terms related to mining, mining, claim, geography, maps, the bureau of land management, and the diggings. Glossary of mining terms the strip mining handbook.
Mining engineer a person qualified by education, training, and experience in mining engineering. Airway any passage in a mine along which an air current moves. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms as published on cdrom by the u. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms listed as dmmrt. Principles of the mineral resource classification system. Mineral an inorganic compound occurring naturally in the earths crust, with a distinctive set of physical properties, and a definite chemical composition.
Common coal mining and processing terms the following is a list of some common terms used in coal mining and processing. Any largescale, mechanized method of mining involving many thousands of tons of ore being brought to surface per day. In march 2005, inuit elders from across nunavut, inuktitut language specialists and a subject specialist gathered for a threeday workshop to develop the terms in this glossary. A map using data in a software format so that the maps have the characteristic of layered features on an overlay generated by computeraided drafting and design to plot these. Due to its scope, it should contain only subcategories. This category has the following 31 subcategories, out of 31 total. Pages in category mining terminology the following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total. Bastnasite is found in carbonatites, igneous carbonate rocks that melt at unusually low temperatures. Following is a list of terms contained in the former u. Chalcopyrite a sulphide mineral of copper and iron. A power machine shaves the coal along the face over the entire length of a panel designated for mining. This mixture can be discharging from an active mine or abandoned mine.
This glossary is published by the bureau of mines as a contribution to the mining literature in the belief that it will fill a longfelt need. Word clusters related to extractive industries mining and minerals frequency percent mining 462 22 minerals 176 8 mines 1 5 diamonds 69 3 gold 58 3 copper 52 2 miners 27 1 coal 24 1 iron 18 1 aluminium 16 1 quarrying 1 tin 12 1 cluster subtotal 1040 50 oil and natural gas. Mining related terms assay a measure of the valuable mineral content. If you would like to suggest changes or additions to the glossary please contact us. Dmmrt is defined as dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms somewhat frequently. The 1968 dictionary contained many new mining terms and terms. The aim of the glossary is to clarify some technical words associated with. The purpose of this list is to facilitate entry of these terms in wiktionary. Solution mining for any mineral that is in or may be transported in a liquid state oil, copper, sulpher, uranium, salt. Dmmrt dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms.
The glossary of mining terminology is a first attempt to improve inuktitut terminology. It is the culmination of a 5year effort incorporating not only standard miningrelated terms but also terms in peripheral areas, such as the environment, marine mining. A dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms by thrush, paul w. This section is from the book beplers handy manual of knowledge and useful infomation, by david bepler. A trading glossary is available in the pgm prices section. Mining definition and meaning collins english dictionary. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms, 2nd ed. Mineral resources that are potentially valuable, and for which reasonable prospects exist for eventual economic extraction mineral reserves or ore reserves are valuable and legally, economically, and technically. The bureaus development of mining dictionaries dates back to albert fays glossary of the mining and mineral industry, which first appeared in december 1918. Bureau of mines dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms, a publication in the public domain hosted in full here.
The mining glossary provides a reference source for pgm mining terminology used on this site and elsewhere. A sample composed of pieces of vein or mineral deposit that have been cut out a small trench or channel, usually about ten cm wide and two cm deep. Word clusters related to extractive industries mining and minerals frequency percent mining 462 22 mineral s 176 8 mines 1 5 diamonds 69 3 gold 58 3 copper 52 2 miners 27 1 coal 24 1 iron 18 1 aluminium 16 1 quarrying 1 tin 12 1 cluster subtotal 1040 50 oil and natural gas oil 527 25 gas 2 6 petroleum 66 3. A vertical or inclined excavation for purpose of prospecting or working mines. A system of mining on straight faces up to 400 yards in length. Mining is the industry and activities connected with getting valuable or useful minerals.
Coal industry terms the coal industry annual, the annual coal report, and the quarterly coal report provide comprehensive information about u. Selfadvancing hydraulic lifts are used to hold the ceiling in place until mining is completed on a given panel. Mineral facts and problems, 1975 a dictionary of mining. In 1968, the bureau published a dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms, edited by paul w. Dilution mining rock that is, by necessity, removed along with the ore in the mining process, subsequently lowering the grade of the ore. Mining terminology underground mining and mining machinery.
Similar, smaller masses of igneous rocks are known as bosses or plugs. Channel sample a sample composed of pieces of vein or mineral deposit that have been cut out of a small trench or channel, usually about 10 cm wide. Mineral facts and problems, 1975 a dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms2 books bureau of mines on. This is a loose term implying any fatal gas in a mine after an explosion or fire. Glossary of mining terminology after damp gasses resulting from underground combustion, normally carbon monoxide. A abutment in coal mining, 1 the weight of the rocks above a narrow roadway is transferred to the solid coal along the sides, which act as abutments of the arch of strata spanning the roadway. Practically, it includes opencast work, quarrying, alluvial dredging, and combined operations, including surface and underground attack and ore treatment. Also refers to ground water pumped to surface from mines. Government agencies are required by law upon request to share any documents, including electronic documents, with the public. The science, technique, and business of mineral discovery and exploitation. Applicable to all mineral deposits and mining camps, but as used in the united states it is usually applied to placer mining only. Mining definition, the act, process, or industry of extracting ores, coal, etc.
Here are some key terms used in mainstreaming biodiversity into mining. A glossary of the mining and mineral industry internet archive. Most of the mining terminology is introduced in the sections of this book where they are most applicable. Acidic precipitation snow and rain that have a low ph, caused by sulphur dioxide. Mining typically for metals as well as sand and gravel. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms american geological institute on. The aim of the glossary is to clarify some technical words associated with resource development using everyday language. Strictly, the word connotes underground work directed to severance and treatment of ore or associated rock. Dilution of shares a decrease in the value of a companys shares caused by the issue of treasury shares. The exploitation of coal or mineral deposits by underground mining methods. Ritchieand ray hooker the authors present a glossary of mining terminology commonly used in australia and new zealand. Dictionary of mining, mineral and related terms by edumine. Water mixed with sulfuric acid and having a ph of less than 6.
Dmmrt stands for dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms. How is dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms abbreviated. The definitions and useages come from historical and contemporary sources and consideration is given to those. It is the culmination of a 5year effort incorporating not only standard mining related terms but also terms in peripheral areas, such as the environment, marine mining. Dictionary of terms related to coal mining, coal, lease, geography, maps, the bureau of land management, and the coal fields. It is dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms. Abutment in coal mining, 1 the weight of the rocks above a narrow roadway is transferred to the solid coal along the sides, which act as abutments of the arch of strata spanning the roadway. In addition, mining terms used in the text of the report are briefly explained in nontechnical language.
National ambient air quality standards naaqs national archives and records administration nara national environmental policy act nepa national memorial nmem national monument nm or nmon national resource lands nrl natural area. There are three categories of mineral resources that were adopted by cim the canadian institute of mining, metallurgy and petroleum and were incorporated into the rules by the csa canadian securities association under national instrument 43101 to establish uniformed standards for mineral resources and reserves throughout canada. Placing mineral or ore in barren places to swindle. Dictionary of mining, mineral, and related terms, 2nd edition.