Although prospecting and minerals exploration are widely considered synonymous.
There are still some regions in the world where prospecting is considered the initial, more primitive phase of exploration.
Exploration refers to semi detailed or more advanced detailed studies.
Prospecting can help locate sites that, after a formal exploration program, may result in an ore deposit discovery.
Ancient prospecting began with panning in creeks and riverbeds and continued with the physical exploration of surrounding hills.
In modern prospecting, metal detectors and artisanal heavy mineral concentrators are still used.
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