Question
Uranium is a radioactive metal that is used by people all over the world.
Why is uranium mined in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, but not in many other states?
A.
Earth's resources are not distributed evenly.
B.
Only people in Colorado use uranium.
C.
People in other states do not use uranium.
D.
Uranium is only found in near the ocean.
Why is uranium mined in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, but not in many other states?
A.
Earth's resources are not distributed evenly.
B.
Only people in Colorado use uranium.
C.
People in other states do not use uranium.
D.
Uranium is only found in near the ocean.
Answers
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The correct answer is A. Earth's resources are not distributed evenly.
Uranium deposits are found in specific geological formations, which is why mining is concentrated in certain areas like Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, while other states may lack significant deposits.
Uranium deposits are found in specific geological formations, which is why mining is concentrated in certain areas like Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico, while other states may lack significant deposits.