Principles of prediction of geomorphic results of mineral excavations

Abstract

Geomorphic consequences of mineral excavations can be in general predicted on the basis of «technological» connection between anthropogenous landforms and mineral-bearing layers' occurrence, as well as on the basis of physical-geographical conditions of the region. The authors discuss the subject with reference to various Mineral deposits within the USSR and abroad are come to the conclusion that the nature's preservation requires proper forecasting at early stages of technical projects development.