Energy and environmental engineering silly question

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the interpretation of two questions related to an assignment on coal mine emissions and their prevention. Participants are trying to clarify the differences between the two questions and the implications for emissions management.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion over the differences between two assignment questions regarding coal mine emissions.
  • Another participant identifies that the first question focuses on keeping gases contained within the mine, while the second question addresses the management of gases that have escaped the mine.
  • A further contribution suggests that the distinction may relate to gaseous versus particulate emissions.
  • Another participant raises a point about dust raised by loading trains, questioning whether this falls under "mining operations" and whether "processing" is included in that definition.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the interpretation of the questions, and multiple viewpoints regarding the scope of emissions and operations are present.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights potential ambiguities in the definitions of "mining operations" and the types of emissions being considered, which may affect the understanding of the assignment questions.

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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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