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Mining Engineering · Q198

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Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 198

Q198

What is the purpose of scaling in underground mining?

A.
Support installation
B.
Removing loose rock
Answer
C.
Drilling boreholes
D.
Explosive loading

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Scaling involves removing loose rock from walls and roof.The correct answer is: Removing loose rockEnsures a safer work area by preventing rock falls.Typically done manually or with mechanical scalers.