Why is uranium mined in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, but not in many other states?
A.
Uranium is only found in near the ocean.
B.
Earth's resources are not distributed evenly.
C.
Only people in Colorado use uranium.
D.
People in other states do not use uranium.
1 answer
The correct answer is B. Earth's resources are not distributed evenly.
Uranium deposits exist in certain geological formations that are found in specific regions, which is why it is mined in states like Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, while not being prevalent in many other states.
