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Mining Engineering · Q41

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 41

Q41

What term describes the vertical distance between levels in underground mines?

A.
Rise height
B.
Sublevel gap
C.
Level interval
D.
Vertical interval
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Vertical interval is the distance between successive levels.The correct answer is: Vertical intervalIt affects haulage cost, ventilation, and stope design.Common values range from 30 to 60 meters depending on method.