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    Times Live: Dolerite Sills May Have Burnt Karoo Gas - But May Also Hold Hidden Copper

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Summary

Times Live analyses the formation of the Karoo Basin, South Africa, and highlights what resources--shale gas or other mineral deposits--could be present

by: Erica Mills

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Press Notes, Africa

Times Live: Dolerite Sills May Have Burnt Karoo Gas - But May Also Hold Hidden Copper

The exploitation of mineral deposits always creates debates around economic necessity versus environmental preservation. 

Fracking for gas in the Karoo region of South Africa is currently vigorously debated. This article is not about fracking, but it does touch on aspects of gas retention or loss in the Karoo rocks. It also highlights the potential for other mineral deposits in the same area.

Read the full article HERE.