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Salt mining

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People dig for salt deep in the ground.

Salt mine 0096.jpg
Salt mine 0096.jpg
It is found in big rocks. This salt helps us live. We use it in our food. It is a very old job. Can you find salt in your kitchen?

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Salt mine 0096.jpg
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Slanic Salt Mine.jpg
File:Crystal Valley (Khewra Salt Mines).JPG
Crystal Valley (Khewra Salt Mines).JPG
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SaltMosque.JPG
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