How do the insoluble components of oil affect the ocean?
a. Prevent free diffusion of gas
b. Clog feeding structures
c. Decrease the amount of light penetrating the surface
d. All of these choices
ANS: D
The insoluble components are also responsible for killing many larva populations because they cannot
withstand the oil pollutants. Information can be found in the section Marine Pollutants May Be
Natural or Human Generated.
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