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Oil Sands Mining Methods Quiz

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What is the primary objective of any mining project?

To reduce the cost of mining operations

To maximize the extraction speed

To minimize environmental impact

To maximize the return on investment (correct)

Which method is used for in-situ oil sands mining?

Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) (correct)

Cyclic Steam Simulation (CSS)

Open pit mining

Vapor Extraction Process (VAPEX)

What is the function of a bench in open pit mining?

Provides a platform for heavy machinery

Forms a single level of operation above which waste and ore are mined (correct)

Facilitates water drainage in the mining area

Stores extracted oil sands

What is the crest in the context of open pit mining?

Top of the bench nearest the working face Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of the Canadian oil sands reserves that are extracted through surface mining?

20% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a method used in in-situ oil sands mining?

Top to Bottom Air Injection (TBAI) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that influences the variation in the face (batter) angle in open pit mining?

Rock characteristics and blasting practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of mine-planning in the context of surface mining?

Maximize the return on investment and resource recovery Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mining Project Objectives

The primary objective of any mining project is to extract minerals or resources at a minimum cost, while ensuring maximum safety and environmental sustainability.

In-Situ Oil Sands Mining

The method used for in-situ oil sands mining is Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD).

Open Pit Mining Concepts

A bench in open pit mining is a horizontal or gently sloping ledge that is created to facilitate the process of mining.
The crest in open pit mining refers to the highest point of the pit wall.

Canadian Oil Sands Reserves

Approximately 20% of the Canadian oil sands reserves are extracted through surface mining.

In-Situ Oil Sands Mining Methods

One method that is not used in in-situ oil sands mining is open pit mining.

Open Pit Mining Design Factors

The primary factor that influences the variation in the face (batter) angle in open pit mining is the geotechnical properties of the rock.

Mine Planning Objectives

The main objective of mine-planning in the context of surface mining is to optimize the extraction of resources while minimizing costs and ensuring environmental sustainability.

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Test your knowledge of oil sands mining methods with this quiz. Learn about surface mining and in-situ methods such as SAGD, CSS, VAPEX, and THAI. Find out about the techniques used to extract bitumen from the Canadian oil sands reserves.