Simandou (iron ore) and Oyu Tolgoi (copper) are the primary growth projects ... is projected at 60,000 tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate, with a mine life spanning four decades.

As of midday close, domestic base metals generally fell. SHFE copper rose 1.15%. SHFE nickel fell 1.12%. SHFE aluminum rose 1.16%, SHFE lead fell 0.11%, and SHFE zinc fell 0.34%. SHFE tin fell 0.35%.

Codelco has recovered its position as the world’s largest copper producer after reporting ... complete key projects that will unlock richer ore deposits in its aging mines.

Copper ore contains copper carbonate, CuCO 3. In the first stage of the extraction process, the copper carbonate is decomposed by heating to form copper oxide, CuO, and carbon dioxide. CuCO 3 → ...

Detailed price information for Velocity Minerals Ltd (VLC-X) from The Globe and Mail including charting and trades.