1. Name a mine in Australia producing silver for the gold and silver medals for the 2008 games.
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2. Describe the location of the Cannington mine. (Try to be as exact as possible)_______________________________________________________
3. Calculate the value of a Beijing Olympic gold medal at today's price._______________________________________________________
4. How much silver is there in a gold medal?_______________________________________________________
5. What metals are found in a bronze medal?_______________________________________________________
6. Why are more bronze medals required than gold or silver at the Olympics?_______________________________________________________
7. Approximately how many medals altogether will be awarded at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and Paralympics?_______________________________________________________
8. Draw a flow chart showing all of the stages in the production of a gold medal, from the initial exploration for the minerals through to the final presentation ceremony.