Gas in mines is an ever-present hazard. An underground mine is an inhospitable place in which to work. Gas poisoning and explosion is a major hazard, with many different types of gas commonly present in mines. Black damp, a mixture of carbon dioxide and nitrogen, is formed because of corrosion and enclosed spaces so removing … Read more Flammable gas sensing Technology improves Mine safety
Mine gas refers to various harmful vapours produced during mining operations. Carbon monoxide (white damp) is a particularly toxic gas; as little as 0.1% can cause death within minutes. It is a product of the incomplete combustion of carbon and is formed in coal mines mainly by oxidation of coal, particularly in those mines where spontaneous combustion occurs.
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