Question

what is difference between open cast mining and shaft mining?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In Opencast mining, the topsoil and bedrock is removed to access the ore; all done from the surface like Pond .Opencast mining, otherwise known as surface mining consist of three different techniques: strip mining, open-pit mining, and mountain top blasting

In shaft mining, the topsoil and bedrock is kept intact, and tunnels/shafts are used to access the ore/mineral from below.