Topic: Mining
Learning Objectives – At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:
1 Write a geographical account of mining in Nigeria under the following headings:(a) Four mineral deposits; (b) One town that is important for the mining of each of the minerals; (c) Three benefits of mining in Nigeria; (d) Three negative effects of mining on the environment of mining areas. (SSCE 2019 Q10)
2 Draw a sketch map of Nigeria. On the map, show and name one area each where the following minerals are mined: (i) coal: (ii) crude oil; limestone. (SSCE 2018 Q6a)
3 Describe the process of mining coal in Nigeria. (SSCE 2018 Q6b)
4 Identify four problems affecting the mining industry in Nigeria. (SSCE 2018 Q6c)
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5 Draw a sketch map of Africa. On the map, locate and name any two areas of gold mining in South Africa. (SSCE 2013 Q9a)
6 Describe one method of mining gold in South Africa. (SSCE 2013 Q9b)
7 State any four importance of gold mining to South Africa. (SSCE 2013 Q9c)