An energy-consuming subsector of the industrial sector that consists of all facilities and equipment used to extract energy and mineral resources.

Any activity directed to the extraction of ore and associated rock. Included are open pit work, quarrying, auguring, alluvial dredging, and combined operations, including surface and underground operations.

Activity whose purpose is the extraction, concentration, smelting of economic minerals from a mineral deposit. It includes exploration (in the strict sense), development of mineral deposits, constructing the mine and mining, i.e. extracting and processing the ore or tailings.

The extraction of economically important minerals and ores from the earth.

laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment

a good skill right now, but as you said as more people learn to do it it's value will decrease

When you mine for minerals you need a detectonator, an excavator and a number of seismic bombs.All the equipment for mining can be bought in the Trade Terminal.

To see mining in your dreams, denotes that an enemy is seeking your ruin by bringing up past immoralities in your life. You will be likely to make unpleasant journeys, if you stand near the mine. If you dream of hunting for mines, you will engage in worthless pursuits.

Any application of water to mining processes (e.g. hydraulic), for drilling and on concentrator tables.

Withdrawal over a period of time of ground water that exceeds the rate of recharge of the aquifer.

Long-term ground water withdrawal in excess of natural recharge. (See "Recharge," below.) Mining is usually characterized by sustained (consistent, not fluctuating) decline in the water table.