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Fun Fact!

The world's second largest diamond was recently found in Botswana by Canadian mining company Lucara Diamond Corp. It measures 1,111 carats - which is about the size of a tennis ball!

Did you know?

Zinc is critical for child development. Of all the micronutrients, it has the strongest effect on our immune system.

Source: International Council on Mining & Metals (ICMM)

These articles dig deep to give you focused information about particular rocks, metals, or minerals.

  • Nickel For Your Thoughts

    The metallic element nickel (Ni), shortened from “Kupfernickel” meaning “Devil's copper,” was discovered in 1751.
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  • We're Golden!

    Bling may be the thing, but did you know that gold can help people live longer, healthier, and more productive lives?
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  • Soapstone - Awash With Posssiblity

    Soapstone – a stone used to make soap? No. In fact, soapstone has nothing to do with soap.
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  • Potash Potential

    With spring and summer come thoughts of growing things, but to get the best out of plants, we must pay attention to the soil.
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  • From Limestone And Marble To Calcium Carbonate

    Calcium carbonate comes from limestone (sedimentary rock) and marble (metamorphic rock) deposits around the world.
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  • Exploring Gypsum Underground

    As a summer student working for Mining Matters, I went to the CGC Inc. gypsum mine and wallboard plant at Hagersville, Ontario for a tour.
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  • Discover The Uses Of Silver

    Many batteries, both rechargeable and disposable, are manufactured using silver alloys as the cathode.
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  • Diamonds In The Snow

    Diamond is a mineral, a natural crystalline substance and is the transparent form of pure carbon.
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  • Follow The Shale To Brick Road

    The rich red shale found in your Mining Matters kit is the primary source of raw material for Ontario’s brick industry.
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  • Salt of the Earth

    Prepare to go underground as I share my fascinating experience in the Ojibway Mine, operated by The Canadian Salt Company.
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  • Palladium - A True Precious Metal

    As one of the platinum group metals, palladium is a silvery-white corrosion-resistant metal.
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