Before you start investing in mining stocks, it is better to understand the industry and the related risks. While it may seem easy to invest in mining stocks, the industry has its peculiarities.In this blog post, we will look at different types of mining stocks and things to consider before investing in them.Mining companies explore, process, and sell precious metals, raw materials, and minerals. Based on the raw materials they operate; mining stocks in Canada or anywhere else can be classified into various categories such as Base Metals.