Mining Exploration

Mineral exploration is the process of meticulously searching for and analyzing potential areas where useful or precious minerals, metals, and other resources can be mined or otherwise extracted from the earth. Mining companies may conduct mineral exploration projects, akin to highly advanced prospecting, to learn more about potential sites for new mines. Geologists or engineers with geoscience backgrounds are often an important part of the mineral exploration and prospecting process. Geologists can be vital in many of the steps of a mineral prospecting endeavor, including, but not limited to:
Area Selection
Resource Evaluation
Geochemical & Geophysical testing