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Mining Engineering · Q81

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 81

Q81

Which opening is primarily designed for haulage in underground metal mines?

A.
Vent raise
B.
Drift
Answer
C.
Winze
D.
Raise

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Drift is a horizontal tunnel following the vein or used for transport.The correct answer is: DriftIt connects levels, loading points, and ore passes.Vent raises serve airflow; winzes are vertical.