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strip mine

/ˈstrɪp maɪn/

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/ˈstrɪp maɪn/C1formaltechnical
  • ruМетод добычи полезных ископаемых, при котором удаляется поверхностный слой почвы и горных пород для извлечения минералов или угля из неглубоких залежей, что часто приводит к значительному воздействию на окружающую среду.

A method of mining that involves removing the surface layer of soil and rock to extract minerals or coal from shallow deposits, often resulting in significant environmental impact.

  1. Surface mining methodB2formal

    A type of mining where soil and rock overlying a mineral deposit are removed to extract the mineral.

    ruОткрытая добыча

    • The company plans to strip mine the area for coal.
    • Strip mining can cause significant environmental damage.
    • They used heavy machinery to strip mine the hillside.
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