Rock engineering questions

1. What is a cavity in rock engineering?

A. A void space within a rock mass

B. A type of rock formation

C. A tool used for rock fragmentation

D. A measurement of rock hardness

Answer: A. A void space within a rock mass

2. What is the main factor that influences the mechanics of fragmentation in rock engineering?

A. Type of explosive used

B. Rock type and properties

C. Temperature of the environment

D. Distance from the blast site

Answer: B. Rock type and properties

3. Which of the following is NOT a common method of rock fragmentation in mining operations?

A. Blasting

B. Crushing

C. Grinding

D. Welding

Answer: D. Welding
4. How does the size of fragments produced during rock fragmentation affect mining operations?

A. Larger fragments are easier to transport

B. Smaller fragments require less energy for processing

C. Fragment size does not impact mining operations

D. Fragment size influences processing efficiency and costs

Answer: D. Fragment size influences processing efficiency and costs

5. What is the purpose of understanding the mechanics of fragmentation in rock engineering?

A. To maximize ore recovery

B. To minimize environmental impact

C. To optimize drilling techniques

D. All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above

Surface mining questions

1. What is surface mining?

a) Mining that takes place below the Earth's surface

b) Mining that takes place on the Earth's surface

c) Mining that involves drilling deep into the Earth's crust

d) Mining that involves extracting minerals from underwater deposits

Answer: b) Mining that takes place on the Earth's surface

2. Which of the following is an example of surface mining?

a) Underground coal mining

b) Deep-sea mining

c) Open-pit mining

d) Subsurface mining

Answer: c) Open-pit mining

3. Which of the following is a disadvantage of surface mining?

a) It has a lower environmental impact compared to underground mining

b) It requires less land area for extraction

c) It can lead to deforestation and habitat destruction

d) It is more expensive than underground mining

Answer: c) It can lead to deforestation and habitat destruction

4. Which type of surface mining involves removing layers of soil and rock to access mineral deposits?

a) Strip mining

b) Mountaintop removal mining

c) Quarrying

d) Placer mining
Answer: a) Strip mining

5. What is the main advantage of mountaintop removal mining?

a) It allows for easy access to mineral deposits

b) It results in minimal environmental impact

c) It provides job opportunities for local communities

d) It is a cost-effective method of mining

Answer: a) It allows for easy access to mineral deposits

6. Which type of surface mining involves extracting minerals from riverbeds and ocean floors?

a) Strip mining

b) Mountaintop removal mining

c) Placer mining

d) Quarrying

Answer: c) Placer mining

7. What is one potential environmental consequence of surface mining?

a) Increased biodiversity in the surrounding area

b) Groundwater contamination from toxic chemicals

c) Restoration of natural habitats after mining operations cease

d) Reduced soil erosion due to land reclamation efforts

Answer: b) Groundwater contamination from toxic chemicals

8. Which of the following is a commonly mined resource through surface mining?

a) Natural gas

b) Uranium

c) Copper

d) Coal

Answer: d) Coal

9. What is the purpose of reclamation in surface mining?

a) To extract valuable minerals from the Earth's surface

b) To restore the land to its original state after mining operations cease

c) To prevent soil erosion during the mining process

d) To ensure worker safety during mining operations

Answer: b) To restore the land to its original state after mining operations cease

10. Which type of surface mining involves digging a large hole in the ground to extract minerals?

a) Strip mining

b) Mountaintop removal mining

c) Quarrying

d) Open-pit mining

Answer: d) Open-pit mining