Why do we need to conserve mineral resources? – InterviewSolution

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1.	Why do we need to conserve mineral resources?
Answer» We need to conserve mineral resources because they are finite and nonrenewable. Rich mineral deposits are our country’s most valuable but short-lived possessions. Continued extraction of ores leads to increasing costs as mineral extraction comes from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

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