Experiential Science 30: Disturbance and Development: Student Handout: Mining Case Study
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Mining is the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth such as metals, precious gems, coal, gravel, and more. Mining also includes the extraction of non-renewable resources such as petroleum and natural gas. Mining is a human activity that is a large part of both our history and our current life. While mining is necessary to how our current society functions, it also has some disadvantages. It impacts local ecosystems and causes major environmental issues, such as water pollution. Mines impact the health of the fish and wildlife near the mines and connected waterways, which is an issue for many Indigenous communities who rely on the fish and wildlife for food.
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Tracking Change in the Classroom: Local and Traditional Knowledge in Watershed Governance
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Northwest Territories, Canada