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Mining Engineering · Q72

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 72

Q72

Why is the crown pillar important in mining?

A.
Provides ore grade estimation
B.
Acts as a safety barrier between stopes and surface
Answer
C.
Increases ventilation flow
D.
Stores backfill

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Crown pillar is the rock left between mined-out stopes and the surface.The correct answer is: Acts as a safety barrier between stopes and surfacePrevents collapse and surface subsidence.Its design is critical for mine closure planning.