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  • US Mineral Mining: A State-by-State Guide to Major Deposits
    Minerals are mined in all 50 states of the US, but some states are more prominent than others. Here's a breakdown by major minerals:

    Metals:

    * Copper: Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Montana

    * Gold: Nevada, California, Alaska, Colorado

    * Silver: Nevada, Idaho, Arizona, Colorado

    * Iron Ore: Minnesota, Michigan, Wyoming, Utah

    * Aluminum (Bauxite): Arkansas

    * Lead: Missouri, Idaho

    * Zinc: Tennessee, Missouri, Idaho

    * Nickel: Oregon

    * Lithium: Nevada, California, North Carolina

    Non-Metals:

    * Coal: Wyoming, West Virginia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania

    * Natural Gas: Texas, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, West Virginia

    * Petroleum: Texas, North Dakota, Alaska, California

    * Phosphate Rock: Florida, Idaho, Wyoming

    * Potash: New Mexico, Utah

    * Salt: Louisiana, Texas, New York

    * Sand and Gravel: Found widely throughout the US, with major production in Texas, California, and Florida

    * Dimension Stone: Vermont, Georgia, Texas, Pennsylvania

    * Lithium: Nevada, California, North Carolina

    Other important minerals:

    * Uranium: Wyoming, New Mexico

    * Titanium: Florida

    * Boron: California

    Note: This is a general overview, and specific locations within states can vary.

    Additional resources:

    * U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): The USGS provides detailed information on mineral production, including maps, statistics, and reports.

    * The National Mining Association (NMA): The NMA is a trade association that represents the mining industry.

    Remember, mineral production is a complex industry, and mining locations can change over time.

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