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GATE 2026 MN – Question 17

Mining Geology, Mine Development and Surveying · Mine Development · 1 mark · Multiple choice

Which listed combination is most suitable for underwater rock blasting?

  1. ANFO with electric detonator
  2. Emulsion with non-electric detonator
  3. HANFO with safety fuse
  4. PETN with electronic detonator

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Correct answer: (B) Emulsion with non-electric detonator

Explanation

The source selects B because emulsion explosives have strong water resistance and non-electric initiation avoids electrical-current-related initiation concerns. ANFO is adversely affected by water, while the other pairs do not provide the intended standard combination. This identifies the examination’s material/system properties, rather than a field design procedure.

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