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Mining Engineering · Q233

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 233

Q233

Which of the following is a temporary support used during tunnel advancement?

A.
Steel arch
B.
Shotcrete
C.
Timber sets
Answer
D.
Cable bolts

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Timber sets are used as short-term support in advancing headings.The correct answer is: Timber setsOften replaced later by permanent systems like steel sets or shotcrete.Useful in small-scale mines.