Nickel mining involves extracting nickel, a valuable metal used primarily in stainless steel production and batteries. The process typically occurs in two main types of deposits: sulfide and laterite. In sulfide mining, nickel is extracted from ore that contains nickel sulfides, while laterite mining involves extracting nickel from weathered rock formations. Once the nickel ore is mined, it undergoes processing to separate the metal from other materials. This can include crushing, grinding, and various chemical processes. The resulting nickel can then be used in various applications, including batteries, alloys, and catalysts.