Geography A-Level
Reserves
What Reserves means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Reserves
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Economically viable deposits, which are distinguished from broader resources that are only potentially viable.
Topics that use Reserves
- Mineral security (AQA A-Level)
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