Mineral exploration and evaluation
CPC v2.1 Code: 83413
About mineral exploration and evaluation
cpc code 83413 covers the industry of mineral exploration and evaluation, which plays a crucial role in the broader mining and resource extraction sector. This industry is responsible for identifying and assessing the viability of potential mineral deposits, providing essential information to guide investment decisions and support the development of new mining projects. As a key component of the resource supply chain, the mineral exploration and evaluation industry is vital to meeting the global demand for raw materials that underpin various industries and support economic growth.
Production process
The main production techniques used in the mineral exploration and evaluation industry involve a range of geological, geophysical, and geochemical methods. These include surface mapping, remote sensing, drilling, and laboratory analysis to gather data on the location, size, and characteristics of potential mineral deposits. Exploration teams use advanced technologies, such as 38210 Geological and geophysical surveying services, to collect and analyze this information, which is then used to assess the economic viability of a mineral resource.
Production inputs
The mineral exploration and evaluation industry relies on a variety of inputs, including specialized equipment and machinery, such as drilling rigs, seismic survey equipment, and laboratory analysis tools. Additionally, the industry requires skilled professionals, including geologists, geophysicists, and mining engineers, to conduct the necessary surveys, data analysis, and feasibility studies. Access to land and mineral rights, as well as regulatory approvals, are also critical inputs for this industry.
Production outputs
The primary output of the mineral exploration and evaluation industry is the identification and assessment of potential mineral resources. This information is then used by the 21100 Mining of iron ores, 21200 Mining of non-ferrous metal ores, and other mining industries to guide their investment and development decisions. The data generated by exploration and evaluation activities is also valuable for policymakers, land-use planners, and other stakeholders in the resource sector.
Family tree for mineral exploration and evaluation
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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/834'>834: Scientific and other technical services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8341'>8341: Geological, geophysical and other prospecting services</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83413'>83413: Mineral exploration and evaluation</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83411'>83411: Geological and geophysical consulting services</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83412'>83412: Geophysical services</a>"]
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