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What does the term "overbreak" refer to in tunnel development?

A. A large raise

B. Excess rock excavation beyond design limits

C. Equipment failure in drift

D. Poor blasting pattern

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Overbreak is unintentional excavation beyond the tunnel design profile.The correct answer is: Excess rock excavation beyond design limitsIt leads to extra ground support costs and instability.Caused by over-blasting or weak rock zones.

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