 Description of geophysical and  Significant data, or data that could geochemical data, including materially influence the estimated dimension, type, results, and quantity and quality of the resource, implications. should be discussed. Reliable geological maps and  cross sections of appropriate scales should exist to support interpretations. Preliminary assessments or  observations of geotechnical and hydro-geological conditions that can impact mining and processing assumptions. Topographic map in sufficient detail Detailed topographic map. 3. Topography   General topographic map is  to support mine planning and Aerial surveys must be checked with sufficient.  conceptual infrastructure layout. ground controls and surveys, particularly in areas of rugged terrain, dense vegetation, or high altitude. 4. Sampling See Exploration Information. See Mineral Resource. a. Method   Description of sample type and  The quantity and quality of sample sample collection method (hand,  information is critical to the reliability grab, trench, channel, or chip sample; core hole, rotary hole, or of resource estimates and should be reverse circulation; bulk sample, documented. etc.).  Particular attention should be given to Discussion of sample quality, size, this information.  and representativeness (sample recovery, high grading, selective losses or contamination, and any other factors that may have resulted in sample biases, etc.). QA/QC procedures adopted for  sample collection including core cutting and splitting as required and should be implemented early
 Description of geophysical and geochemical data, including dimension, type, results, and implications.  Reliable geological maps and cross sections of appropriate scales should exist to support interpretations.  Preliminary assessments or observations of geotechnical and hydro-geological conditions that can impact mining and processing assumptions.  Significant data, or data that could materially influence the estimated quantity and quality of the resource, should be discussed. 3. Topography  General topographic map is sufficient.  Topographic map in sufficient detail to support mine planning and conceptual infrastructure layout.  Detailed topographic map.  Aerial surveys must be checked with ground controls and surveys, particularly in areas of rugged terrain, dense vegetation, or high altitude. 4. Sampling a. Method  Description of sample type and sample collection method (hand, grab, trench, channel, or chip sample; core hole, rotary hole, or reverse circulation; bulk sample, etc.).  Discussion of sample quality, size, and representativeness (sample recovery, high grading, selective losses or contamination, and any other factors that may have resulted in sample biases, etc.).  QA/QC procedures adopted for sample collection including core cutting and splitting as required and should be implemented early  See Exploration Information.  The quantity and quality of sample information is critical to the reliability of resource estimates and should be documented.  Particular attention should be given to this information.  See Mineral Resource.
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