Influence of Some Rock Properties on Blasting Performance-A Case Study

This study examines some rock properties and its influence on blasting performance. This was done by testing samples collected from the three faces operated for compressive strength as well as tensile strength. The mean compressive strength varies from 82.76-96.76 and tensile strength varies from 41.28-48.38. The Lagos end face has the highest mean compressive 96.76 and mean tensile strength of 48.38. The face was noticed to have highest percentage consumption of explosives coupled with high specific yield N/ton of limestone fragmented.