Which is not a reason why a refined oil spill is more harmful?
a. The oil contains more energy potential due to additives during the refinement process.
b. There are more biologically active components remaining in refined oil.
c. The refining process removes heavier components.
d. There are components that are added to oil which are deadly.
ANS: A
This is a growing concern for many people. As the need for oil increases there will be more transport
of refined oil. These spills are much more damaging than crude oil spills. Information can be found in
the section Marine Pollutants May Be Natural or Human Generated.
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