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Mining

Of or pertaining to the process or business of extracting materials, such as ore or minerals, from the earth's crust.

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drivetrain

Sports; Bicycle & electric bicycle

the components directly involved with making the rear wheel turn, i.e. the chain, crankset and cassette. Also called the power train.

breakthrough

Energy; Coal

An opening that is made through pillars that allows for ventilation.

cage

Energy; Coal

Refers to the elevator that is used in a mine to transport materials and people.

self-selection

Financial services; General Finance

Consequence of a contract that induces only one group to participate.

x-rays

Astronomy; Mars

Very short wavelength radiations beyond the ultraviolet in the spectrum, which are about one ten-thousandth as long as the visible violet and are extremely penetrating.

habit

Biology; Flowers

The general growth pattern of a plant. A plant's habit may be described as creeping, trees, shrubs, vines, etc.

wire transfer

Financial services; General Finance

Electronic transfer of funds; usually involves large dollar payments.

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