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Record 1 2004-04-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Corporate Economics
  • Geological Research and Exploration
  • Mining Operations
  • Commercial Utilization (Oil and Natural Gas)
CONT

An economic discovery is achieved when 1) capital for development can be raised within a reasonable period of time; 2) tenure and ownership will be respected (the mining claims will qualify for patent); 3) a reasonable profit margin can be projected; 4) technology for mining and treatment exists or can be developed within a reasonable period of time; and 5) there is social and political acceptance of the mining activity.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Économie de l'entreprise
  • Recherches et prospections géologiques
  • Exploitation minière
  • Exploitation commerciale (Pétrole et gaz naturel)
CONT

Découverte de pétrole en réserve suffisante pour rendre la production viable sur le plan économique.

Spanish

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