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Mining Engineering · Q168

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 168

Q168

Which mining method is most suitable for flat-lying, stratified deposits such as coal?

A.
Sublevel stoping
B.
Longwall mining
Answer
C.
Shrinkage stoping
D.
Block caving

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Longwall mining involves full extraction of coal panels using shearers.The correct answer is: Longwall miningHighly productive for flat, uniform seams.Roof is allowed to collapse behind.