Question 1497 Deck General
70% to passWhich of the following describes the depth of a product in a tank?
A
Ullage
B
Innage
C
Outage
D
Thievage
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) Innage. Innage refers to the depth of a product in a tank, which is the measurement from the surface of the product to a fixed reference point, typically the bottom of the tank. This measurement is crucial for determining the volume and quantity of the product stored in the tank. The other options are not correct in this context: A) Ullage is the empty space above the product in the tank. C) Outage is the volume of product that can be safely withdrawn from the tank. D) Thievage is the volume of product lost due to evaporation or other factors during storage and handling.
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