Uranium mines are facilities where uranium ore is extracted from the ground. Uranium is a heavy metal that is used as fuel for nuclear reactors and in the production of nuclear weapons. The mining process can occur through various methods, including: 1. **Open-Pit Mining**: This involves removing large quantities of overburden (soil and rock) to access the uranium ore located close to the surface.

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