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manganese nodule |
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manganese nodule [′maŋ·gə‚nēs ′naj·ül] (geology) Small, irregular black to brown concretions consisting chiefly of manganese salts and manganese oxide minerals; formed in oceans as a result of pelagic sedimentation or precipitation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The Group of 77 had suggested that regulations include the required transfer of technology for processing polymetallic nodules obtained from the deep sea-bed and procedures to enable developing countries to obtain necessary technology for sea-bed mining. Mining code: Special Commission3--charged with preparing a mining code encompassing rules, regulations and procedures on prospecting, exploration and exploitation of polymetallic nodules in the international sea-bed area--conducted a preliminary examination of draft regulations dealing with the financial terms of mining contracts. Mining code: Special Commission 3 completed a preliminary review of the "mining code'--draft regulations on prospecting, exploration and exploitation of polymetallic nodules in the international sea-bed. |
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