9. Which country produces more minerals? 10. Why doesn't the United States export as many minerals as Canada?

9. China produces more minerals.<br /><br />10. The United States doesn't export as many minerals as Canada because the U.S. has a larger domestic market that consumes a significant portion of its mineral production, reducing the amount available for export. Additionally, the U.S. may have different regulatory and economic factors that influence its export levels compared to Canada.