Mining in Manitoba

 

Blasting

 

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Explosives

Blasting theory

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Blasting Cycle

 

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In underground mining the physical properties of the rock to be blasted, the particular function of each shot hole, the kind of explosive used, and the way the holes are loaded and fired must be studied to ensure optimumal breaking of rock.

 

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