What is the term for an underground working driven along the strike of an ore body?
A. Raise
B. Crosscut
C. Drift
D. Winze
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Drift is a horizontal passage driven parallel to the ore body.The correct answer is: DriftIt follows the strike direction and is commonly used for exploration and development.Raise and winze are vertical, crosscut is perpendicular to the ore.This Question Belongs to Mining Engineering >> Mine Development And Mining Methods
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