In compressed air tunnelling, the volume of free air provided is
A. 6 m3 per second per m2 of face area
B. 6 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
C. 20 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
D. 6 m3 per hour per m2 of face area
Answer: Option B
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