Which of the following factors was most important in controlling the distribution of copper mines in the western U.S. versus iron mines in the Great Lakes region?
A) the amount of precipitation rain and snow)
B) the time of year when precipitation occurs
C) different ages and geologic histories of the rocks
D) the latitude distance south or north from the equator)

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The distribution of copper mines in the western U.S. and iron mines in the Great Lakes region is primarily controlled by the different ages and geologic histories of the rocks in these areas. These geological differences dictate the types of minerals that are present and economically extractable, including copper and iron.

Which of the Following Factors Was Most Important in Controlling