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In Wyoming, mineral rights:

Correct Answer

B) Can be severed and sold separately from surface rights

Wyoming's rich mineral deposits (coal, oil, gas, trona, uranium) mean mineral rights are frequently severed from surface rights. A 'split estate' occurs when the surface and minerals are owned by different parties.

Answer Options
A
Always transfer with the surface
B
Can be severed and sold separately from surface rights
C
Are always owned by the state
D
Cannot be leased

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Related Topics:

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Key Terms:

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Related Concepts

A freehold estate represents ownership of real property with an indefinite duration.

Joint tenancy is a form of co-ownership in which two or more persons hold equal, undivided interests in property with the right of survivorship. When one joint tenant dies, their interest automatically passes to the surviving joint tenants.

A leasehold estate grants the right to possess and use property for a defined period of time, without conferring ownership.

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