Energy and environmental engineering silly question

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The discussion centers on the differences between two questions related to emissions in coal mining operations. Question 1 addresses the containment of gases within the mine, while Question 2 pertains to managing gases that escape the mine. The distinction highlights the difference between gaseous emissions and particulate emissions, such as dust raised by loading trains. Additionally, the conversation raises a critical question about whether "processing" is encompassed within the term "mining operations."

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Hello everyone,

I am sorry if this question looks silly but my tutor has not replied yet and I need to work it out as soon as I can. Could someone tell me if they see any difference question 1 and question 2? Because I genuinely don't and it is driving me crazy. The assignment is about a coal mine and how to prevent emissions
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1. Focuses on keeping the gasses still inside the mine.
2. Focuses on doing something with gasses out of the mine.
 
It sounds to me like they are differentiating between gaseous and particulate emissions.
 
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Loading trains can raise dust. This might not be considered part of "mining operations".

Is "processing" included in "mining operations"?
 

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