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The process of stones which includes excavating, wedging, heating and blasting is called:
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The process of stones which includes excavating, wedging, heating and blasting is called:

A.

placing

B.

quarrying

C.

dressing

D.

seasoning

Correct option is B

Quarrying of stones:
 The process of taking out stones from natural rock beds is known as the quarrying of stones.
 The operations carried out under the ground at a great depth are known as the mining of stones. 
 The operations carried out at ground level are known as the quarrying of stones.
Dressing of stones:
 The stones after being quarried are to be cut into suitable sizes with suitable surfaces.
 This process is known as the dressing of stones.
Seasoning of stones:
 The stones obtained fresh from the quarry contain some moisture which is known as quarry sap.
 The process of removing moisture from freshly quarried stones with the help of any method or technique is known as stone seasoning.

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