Britannia Copper Mine


                               
We went to the copper mine today to learn how copper is mine, and how copper is used in modern industries. I was amazed at the difficult working conditions of miners in the 19th and 20th centuries. I am glad that modern working conditions have improved a lot and that safety is very important.  I was stunned to learn that early miners often had to work with no lights, or just the light of a candle, because they had no electricity or advanced technologies to help them.





From a science perspective, it was good to be able to go into a real mine and see for myself what a shaft looks like. Our tour guide did many demonstrations, so that we could experience the life of miners. I found these demonstrations very helpful in understanding how copper, and other precious metals, are mined. I thought this tour was very educational as I came out with a lot more knowledge and experience than when I went in. 



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