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Coal is mined by two methods: surface or 'opencast' mining or underground or 'deep' mining.

The choice of mining method largely depends on the geology of the coal deposit. Underground mining currently accounts for a bigger share of world coal production than opencast; although in several important coal producing countries surface mining is more common.

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How long does it take to mine a coal mine?

The time it takes to mine a coal mine varies depending on the size of the mine, the equipment and technology used, the thickness of the coal seam, and other factors. It can take several years or even decades to fully extract coal from a mine.


What are the largest coal mines in the world?

Some of the largest coal mines in the world include the North Antelope Rochelle Mine in the United States, the Haerwusu Coal Mine in China, and the Hei Dai Gou Mine in China. These mines produce millions of tons of coal each year.


Which is the deepest coal mine in the world?

The deepest coal mine in Europe is Jindřich II Mine in the Rosice-Oslavany coal basin, Czech Republic. The shaft of the mine reached 1550 m while the deepest level coal was mined at was at 1428.4 m. The mine was closed in 1991. It is probably the deepest coal mine in the world.Springhill Mine, near Springhill, Nova Scotia, Canada, is the deepest coal mine in North America. The greatest depth of the Springhill area mines is about 1350 m. The mine was closed in 1958.


Where a coal mine is found?

Coal mines can be found in several countries around the world, including China, the United States, India, Australia, and Indonesia. These countries have significant coal reserves and active mining operations.


What is a coal mine pit prop called?

A coal mine pit prop is typically called a "roof support" or a "rib support." These are structures or materials used to prevent the roof or walls of the mine from collapsing.