mining tools

Ore extraction implements

Mining tools are implements used to extract minerals, ore, or other materials from the earth.

The term covers hand tools like pickaxes and shovels as well as heavy machinery like drills and excavators.

In cryptocurrency contexts, mining tools are software or hardware systems used to solve computational problems and earn digital currency: He invested in new mining tools to improve his hash rate.

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extraction vs. cultivation

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Equipment for cultivating land

agricultural tools · gardening tools · irrigation equipment · plows · hoes

industrial/heavy vs. domestic/light implements

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Handheld food preparation implements

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underground/excavation vs. surface/construction

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Machines for building projects

masonry tools · construction tools · scaffolding · cranes · concrete mixers

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G