Which large open-pit copper mine lies beside the city of Calama?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Chuquicamata
- Step 1: Chuquicamata is one of the largest open-pit mines. Step 2. It is run by Codelco. Answer: Chuquicamata. Why not the others: Cerro Rico is in Bolivia, Morenci in Arizona and Grasberg in Indonesia.
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