Norway's Underground Ice Hockey Stadium
Synopsis
Seven meters of rock will be removed in a single day at the deepest mine in western Europe, located on the northeast coast of England.
Synopsis
Scott Steedman visits the Bulby potash mine in Yorkshire, the only one of its kind in Britain. The mine reaches over one kilometer deep and extracts potassium chloride for fertilizers. The program then shifts to London, where engineers construct an underground box that supports a new parliamentary building above. This design allows for the efficient use of underground space while minimizing surface impact, illustrating modern advancements in subterranean construction.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how potash is mined over a kilometer deep.
- Find out about the engineering behind London's underground station.
- Meet the challenges of mining in a hostile environment.
Did You Know
- Bulby is the only potash mine in Britain, located on the Yorkshire moors.
- The mining operation goes over one kilometer deep into the earth's crust.
- The temperature in the mine reaches 40 degrees centigrade due to proximity to molten rock.
- The underground station in London supports a new six-floor parliamentary building above it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deepest mine in western Europe?
The deepest mine in western Europe is the Bulby potash mine located on the northeast coast of England.
How deep do miners travel to reach the potash in Bulby mine?
Miners travel over one kilometer down into the earth's crust and then drive eight kilometers out under the North Sea to reach the potash.
What temperature is found in the Bulby mine?
The temperature in the Bulby mine can reach 40 degrees centigrade due to proximity to molten rock beneath the earth's crust.
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