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Mining Engineering · Q223

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 223

Q223

Which factor determines shaft depth selection over a decline?

A.
Ventilation needs
B.
Rock type
C.
Depth of ore body
Answer
D.
Number of miners

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Ore body depth strongly influences the choice between shaft and decline.The correct answer is: Depth of ore bodyDeclines are economical up to 1 km; deeper mines prefer shafts.Shafts are faster for vertical transport at depth.