strip mine

• Método de extracción de minerales o carbón en el que se retira la capa superficial del suelo y la roca para acceder a yacimientos poco profundos, lo que suele causar un impacto ambiental significativo.

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.

   Minería a cielo abierto

   • 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.