Copperbelt

Copperbelt

Copperbelt mining region, N central Zambia, central Africa. A natural extension of the mineral-rich region of Katanga , the Copperbelt is one of the richest sources of copper in the world. Cobalt, selenium, silver, and gold are also produced.

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Copperbelt

Copperbelt, Zambia Western Province A province whose name recognizes its mineral deposits, particularly copper.

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JOHN EVERETT-HEATH. "Copperbelt." Concise Dictionary of World Place-Names. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. 30 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

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Copperbelt

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Magazine article from: Anthropological Quarterly; 4/1/2001
-Copperbelt Energy Corp to build Kabombo hydro power station.
Magazine article from: International Resource News (IRN); 11/8/2010
-Zhonghui Mining Group to open copper and cobalt mine in Copperbelt province.
Magazine article from: International Resource News (IRN); 5/18/2011

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Copperbelt. (Image by Dr. Ferdinand Groeger, GFDL)