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Mining Engineering · Q154

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 154

Q154

What determines the need for secondary support in underground mines?

A.
Support material quality
B.
Lighting arrangement
C.
Primary support effectiveness
Answer
D.
Air velocity

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Secondary support supplements primary systems when they are insufficient.The correct answer is: Primary support effectivenessFactors like convergence or new cracks may trigger need.Includes cable bolts, retimbering, etc.