What is the role of a "crosscut" in underground mining?
A. Drilling equipment
B. Horizontal opening to access ore body
C. Water channel
D. Temporary ore storage
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Crosscut is a horizontal tunnel that intersects an ore body.The correct answer is: Horizontal opening to access ore bodyDrilled perpendicular to drifts or drives.Facilitates haulage and ventilation.This Question Belongs to Mining Engineering >> Mine Development And Mining Methods
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