Mineral industry

Mineral industry is the branch of industry responsible for the exploitation of minerals from soil deposits. This is achieved by mining (through underground excavations or open workings), but also by processing plants. Products of mineral industry include various building materials, such as rocks (ex. granite), but also cement, glass and ceramics.

Worldwide

* Mineral industry of Africa
* Mineral industry of Asia
* Mineral industry of Europe
* Mineral industry of North America
* Mineral industry of South America
o Mineral industry of Colombia

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