Gulf
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-007016
A large, deep cavity or chasm in a mine, often formed by the collapse of ground or by extensive excavation. These formations can present hazards to miners and equipment due to their instability. Gulfs require careful assessment and stabilization before mining operations can proceed safely in their vicinity.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-007016 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Mining and extraction |
| Translations | German: Gangue-Ansammlung; Spanish: bolsón; French: gulf |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-007016",
"term": "Gulf",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A large, deep cavity or chasm in a mine, often formed by the collapse of ground or by extensive excavation. These formations can present hazards to miners and equipment due to their instability. Gulfs require careful assessment and stabilization before mining operations can proceed safely in their vicinity.",
"subject": "Mining and extraction",
"translations": {
"de": "Gangue-Ansammlung",
"es": "bolsón",
"fr": "gulf"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/gulf/"
}
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