"Volcanic
Mineral Deposits" - Volcano World
This site contains information and images pertaining to volcanic
mineral deposits, including bauxite (aluminum), diamonds, gold,
nickel, and more. Also includes suggestions for obtaining more
information.
"The
Plus Side of Volcanoes - Mineral Resources" - USGS Cascades
Volcano Observatory
Site briefly reviews the formation of metallic mineral deposits
during volcanic activity.
"Potential
for New Nickel-Copper Sulfide Deposits in the Lake Superior Region"
- USGS
Reviews how Ni-Cu deposits are formed, why they are important,
and how scientists are evaluating the potential usefulness of
the deposits in the Lake Superior Region.
"The
1996 Estimate of Undiscovered Gold, Silver, Copper, Lead, and
Zinc Remaining in the United States" - USGS
Fast Facts about Minerals - National Mining Association
Interesting facts about minerals and mining in the United States.
"USGS
Minerals Information - Commodity and Statistic Information"
- USGS
Click on the mineral commodity of interest to learn more about
its use and recovery.
