Which mining layout is most efficient for large-scale horizontal ore bodies?
A. Room and Pillar
B. Block Caving
C. Shrinkage Stoping
D. Sublevel Stoping
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Block Caving is used for large, low-grade, horizontally extensive ore bodies.The correct answer is: Block CavingIt uses gravity to collapse ore, minimizing drilling and blasting.Low cost per ton but higher dilution.This Question Belongs to Mining Engineering >> Mine Development And Mining Methods
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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
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A. Open-pit mining
B. Shrinkage stoping
C. Sublevel stoping
D. Cut and fill
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