What is the function of a collar in shaft sinking?
A. Dust suppression
B. Shaft mouth reinforcement
C. Pump housing
D. Blast initiation point
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Shaft collar is the reinforced area at the top of a shaft.The correct answer is: Shaft mouth reinforcementIt prevents ground sloughing and provides support for hoisting gear.Usually made of concrete or steel.Related Questions on Mine Development and Mining Methods
What is the primary purpose of mine development?
A. Extraction of ore
B. Ventilation planning
C. Accessing ore body
D. Waste disposal
A. Shaft
B. Adit
C. Stope
D. Raise
A. Room and Pillar
B. Cut and Fill
C. Block Caving
D. Shrinkage Stoping
Which of the following is not an underground mining method?
A. Open-pit mining
B. Shrinkage stoping
C. Sublevel stoping
D. Cut and fill

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