Share other newsworthy cases of conflict minerals  and how these are extracted from the earth in order to create the products that are purchased by citizens from affluent nations.  In your research, explain why the mineral in question is deemed a “conflict mineral” and address the issues that are created socially, economically and environmentally when these raw minerals are extracted.  Share some possible solutions to alleviate the damage done to the environment and the people who are directly impacted by the extraction of conflict minerals.