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Mining Engineering · Q111

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 111

Q111

In cut and fill mining, what is typically used for backfilling?

A.
Broken waste rock
B.
Cemented tailings
Answer
C.
Wood planks
D.
Coal fines

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Backfill supports the stope roof and walls.The correct answer is: Cemented tailingsProvides structural strength and allows safe mining above.Also reduces surface tailings.