Extractive Industries

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Discover Guyana's Extractive Industries

Test your knowledge about the extractive industries in Guyana with our engaging quiz! Explore various aspects of mining, forestry, and their impact on the environment while learning fascinating facts about the country’s natural resources.

Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply interested in the topic, this quiz is a great way to challenge yourself:

  • 10 thought-provoking questions
  • Multiple choice and checkbox formats
  • Learn as you play
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ExploringEarth502
All extractive industries of Guyana account for what percentage of Guyana's total exports?
60%
74%
83%
80%
In Guyana, there are designated mining districts. How many mining districts are there in Guyana?
5
6
7
8
The mining district No. 2 Potaro is the largest mining district in Guyana.
True
False
Gold and bauxite mining in Guyana contribute to deforestation in our country. Which of the following statements is true about this occurrence?
Gold and bauxite mining is not the largest cause of deforestation in Guyana.
Deforestation is not of any concern to miners as it is not within their industry.
Gold and bauxite mining is the largest cause of deforestation in Guyana.
Because miners want to contribute to the rate of deforestation in the country, they continue to mine.
What is overfishing?
It is the removal of fish from bodies of water at a rate that does not allow for the replenishment of the different species.
It is the mass fishing by fishermen that causes the market to be flooded with fish.
It is the rapid increase in fish species on different bodies of water.
It is the over-consumption of fish in local cuisine.
Guyana is considered the native home for the Greenheart species for wood due to the sheer concentration of the species in Guyanese forests. Select ALL of the features of Greenheart that contribute to the demand for Greenheart.
It is immune to decay.
It is water-resistant.
It is very strong and stiff.
It is colourful.
Which of the following is a responsibility of the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission?
Mining for Gold and Bauxite.
The trading of Gold.
The issuance of mining licences.
Processing of Bauxite.
Which entity is responsible for the administration and management of all State Forest Land in Guyana?
The Environmental Protection Agency
The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission
The Iwokrama International Centre
The Guyana Forestry Commission.
The Guyana Gold Board (GGB) manages the trading of gold in Guyana. Select ALL legally permitted actions of the GGB.
Buying gold.
Selling gold.
Exporting gold.
Mining for gold.
Which of the following outlines the initiative of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Promoting transparency in the oil, gas and mining industries.
Managing the mining procedures in different countries.
Buying the extracted materials globally.
Trying to stop the extraction of natural resources.
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