At The Crossroads

A jargon-free, accessible assessment of a complex, possibly dire problem, plus a prudent plan for the future. Defines the vital role minerals play in the U.S. economy. Discusses problems faced by the the United States and other mineral-producing countries in procuring adequate supplies, and the social and political factors that influence the availability of energy minerals and mineral raw materials.. Describes the nature of the mineral industry, the problems of discovering mineral deposits and extracting useful substances from them, and the variety, scale and use of minerals as sources of energy and raw materials for industry.