Req 4c5 — Visit or Investigate Resource Use
4c5.
Do ONE of the following:
You must choose exactly one of these final Mineral Resources paths:
- Req 4c5a visits an active extraction site.
- Req 4c5b compares two rocks and two minerals and how they are mined and used.
- Req 4c5c visits a civil engineer to see geology in construction.
Your Options
- Req 4c5a — Visit a Mine, Quarry, or Pit: Best if you can safely arrange an approved field visit and want to see extraction in action.
- Req 4c5b — Two Rocks and Two Minerals: Best if you want a discussion path that compares several materials and their social value.
- Req 4c5c — Geology in Construction: Best if you are curious how engineers use geology before building roads, structures, or foundations.
How to Choose
Pick the Best Path
Consider access, interests, and learning style
- Choose 4c5a if you want the strongest field experience.
- Choose 4c5b if you like comparing materials without needing a site visit.
- Choose 4c5c if engineering and building projects interest you.
- What you gain: 4c5a emphasizes observation, 4c5b emphasizes comparison, and 4c5c emphasizes practical application.