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Which mineral resources are found in Liaoning province?
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Liaoning
Liaoning province, China.
Liaoning province is exceptionally rich in a variety of mineral resources that support its significant industrial base. Key mineral deposits found in the region include:
- Energy Resources: The province possesses extensive coal reserves, particularly in areas surrounding Shenyang, Fushun, and Fuxin. Additionally, petroleum is extracted from the Liao River oil field and produced from oil shale deposits.1
- Metallic Ores: Liaoning is a major source of iron ore, with significant concentrations located south of Shenyang. Other metallic resources include manganese, boron, lead, zinc, molybdenum, and gold.1
- Industrial Minerals and Others: The province contains important concentrations of magnesite near Haicheng, as well as deposits of bauxite and diamonds. Furthermore, sea salt is produced along the coast.1