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Mining Engineering · Q137

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 137

Q137

Which mining method involves retreating the face and allowing the roof to collapse behind?

A.
Block caving
B.
Longwall mining
Answer
C.
Cut and fill
D.
Room and pillar

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Longwall mining is common in coal mining with high productivity.The correct answer is: Longwall miningPowered supports advance with the face while the roof collapses in the gob area.This method is highly mechanized.