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Mining Engineering · Q49

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 49

Q49

What is the primary support used in weak underground conditions?

A.
Blasting mats
B.
Timber sets
Answer
C.
Raise bore
D.
Drift wall

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Timber sets are commonly used to support weak or fractured rock.The correct answer is: Timber setsComposed of vertical and horizontal wooden beams, they stabilize tunnels and stopes.Especially useful in narrow vein mines and older operations.