= Spoil tip
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A spoil tip, also known as a spoil heap, waste tip, or overburden dump, refers to a pile or mound of waste material that is generated during the extraction of minerals or other materials from the earth. This material typically consists of rock, soil, and other debris that is removed during mining processes or construction activities. Spoil tips are often found in areas where mining operations take place, such as coal mines, quarries, or other mineral extraction sites.
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