Properties (58)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
geological formation
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| gptkbp:age |
about 2 billion years
|
| gptkbp:area |
approximately 66,000 square kilometers
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
various geological formations
large-scale mining operations the Bushveld Igneous Suite |
| gptkbp:composedOf |
multiple layers of rock
|
| gptkbp:contains |
gptkb:vanadium
titanium platinum group metals chromite |
| gptkbp:established |
in the 19th century
|
| gptkbp:explores |
various mining companies
|
| gptkbp:features |
economic development
mineral extraction research and development. |
| gptkbp:has |
various mineral resources
|
| gptkbp:has_a_focus_on |
environmental studies
economic studies |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Bushveld Complex
|
| gptkbp:impact |
mining regulations
|
| gptkbp:includes |
the_Merensky_Reef
the_UG2_Reef |
| gptkbp:is_a_site_for |
mineral exploration
geological tourism geological mapping historical mining activities |
| gptkbp:is_a_source_of |
copper
rare minerals iron ore nickel employment in the region |
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
environmental impact assessments
scientific research |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
complex stratigraphy
varied mineralogy layered mafic intrusions |
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
sustainable mining practices
|
| gptkbp:is_home_to |
unique_biodiversity
|
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
international trade of minerals
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
economic geology
geological diversity its mineral wealth |
| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
local communities
local heritage sites |
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
the_city_of_Rustenburg
|
| gptkbp:is_monitored_by |
geological surveys
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
the Limpopo Province
the_South_African_economy the_Kaapvaal_Craton |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its geological significance
|
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
geological research
paleomagnetism geochemical properties |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:South_Africa
|
| gptkbp:significance |
largest known reserve of platinum group metals
|
| gptkbp:type |
intrusive igneous rock
|
| gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site |
proposed status
|