Mining core samples. Worker holding mineral core samples obtained during a mineral exploration project. Hollow drill rods were used to cut a cylindric

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Mining core samples. Worker holding mineral core samples obtained during a mineral exploration project. Hollow drill rods were used to cut a cylindrical core of rock from the ground. The extracted core is analysed to find suitable sites for mining. Photographed in West Kenya.

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