With reference to iron ore or a specified globally traded non-ferrous metal ore (e.g. copper, tin, manganese): sources, distribution of reserves, end uses, components of demand, role in global commerce
Some metals are mined in only a few countries but used across the whole world. Copper is a good example — its reserves, uses, and trade routes shape the global economy.
Real World
Chile's Escondida mine, majority-owned by BHP, is the world's largest copper mine and supplies metal used in Tesla electric vehicle wiring harnesses, directly linking a remote Atacama Desert mine to the global green energy transition.
Exam Focus
Organise answers around the command word: 'examine' requires both description of distribution and explanation of why reserves are concentrated there.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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