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Mining Engineering · Q215

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 215

Q215

Which layout is common in sublevel stoping?

A.
Retreat and fill
B.
Multiple ore passes
C.
Vertical crater retreat
D.
Drill fan pattern
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Sublevel stoping uses fan drilling from sublevels into the ore body.The correct answer is: Drill fan patternAllows precise blasting and ore extraction.Suitable for steep, competent ore bodies.