Cradle to Gate
Identity ID
278a95ca-aebd-44cd-bbcd-d694fe350b4b
Materials
Associated ID
adcf67d9-1cca-4963-bf97-1f875bb49c30
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Description
Dolomite can be used as an important auxiliary material in the sintering and steelmaking processes in the metallurgical industry, as well as in the production of construction materials, carved artworks, flooring, and countertops. This dataset includes major raw and auxiliary materials, energy inputs, atmospheric emissions, and waste from the production process; however, infrastructure such as equipment manufacturing and factory construction is not included within the system boundary of the dataset. The life cycle inventory is compiled from data obtained from multiple sources. The dolomite mining process comprises steps such as overburden removal, blasting, and loading, up to the extraction of raw dolomite ore.
Activity Description
The mining process of dolomite involves steps such as overburden removal, blasting, and loading, up to the extraction of raw dolomite ore.
Process Description
Dolomite is a sedimentary rock mainly composed of calcium carbonate, formed through metamorphic processes of the earth's crust. Dolomite can be used as an important auxiliary material in the metallurgical industry for sintering and steelmaking, as well as in construction materials, carved artworks, flooring, and countertop production.
Time period
2021
2026
Geography
China
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
Mining techniques include two methods: underground mining and open-pit mining. Underground mining involves extracting ore bodies beneath the surface, generally including the excavation of horizontal and inclined shafts, followed by ore extraction and transportation underground. This requires the use of blasting, drilling, and other equipment to extract the ore, which is then transported to the surface via hoisting systems. Open-pit mining extracts ore bodies at the surface and is typically used for shallow deposits. This method includes processes such as blasting, excavation, and loading.