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The term “Powder Factor” refers to

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A higher powder factor indicates that more rock is broken for each unit quantity of explosive, implying better blasting efficiency.

Updated On: Jul 14, 2026

Volume of explosive per drill hole
Volume of rock broken per unit explosive
Volume of rock broken per explosive
Weight of explosive per cost of explosive

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The Correct Option is B

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