Question 1
Why is diamond core drilling commonly preferred when an exploration program needs structural orientation data as well as assay data?
Correct Answer:
It returns continuous core that can be logged for lithology, structure, and recovery
Question 2
In a drilling QA/QC program, what is the main purpose of inserting blank samples into the sample stream?
Correct Answer:
Check sample contamination during preparation and analysis
Question 3
Which geophysical method is especially useful for detecting disseminated sulfide mineralization because it responds to chargeability contrasts?
Correct Answer:
Induced polarization
Question 4
A 150-ft drill run recovered 132 ft of core. What is the core recovery for that run?
Correct Answer:
88%
Question 5
Why is a continuous channel sample across an exposed vein generally more representative than a single grab sample?
Correct Answer:
It captures a defined width instead of a visually selected piece
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