Question: 6. One reliable source informs that there are FIVE (5) economically important mineral sources occurring in Belize but unfortunately they are not in large enough
6. One reliable source informs that there are FIVE (5) economically important mineral sources occurring in Belize but unfortunately they are not in large enough quantities to warrant their mining. These are Dolomite; Barite; Bauxite; Cassiterite and gold.
Using a table:
- List the key element(s)/mineral(s) present in EACH of the above mineral sources (10 points)
- State an important use of EACH element (be specific) (5 points)
- Name the Protected area in Cayo District where the occurrence of gold has been reported and associated with illegal activities by Guatemalans encroaching on Belizean territory (3 points)
- Name the village in the Toledo district where large quantities of dolomite have been produced to supply national needs. (2 points)
- Give name of the local company that extracts, produces and market dolomite within the country of Belize (3 points)
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