Question 2650 Deck General

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Which statement is TRUE of a gasoline spill?

A It is not covered by the pollution laws.
B It does little harm to marine life.
C It is visible for a shorter time than a fuel oil spill.
D It will sink more rapidly than crude oil.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) It is visible for a shorter time than a fuel oil spill. Gasoline spills are generally more volatile and evaporate more quickly than fuel oil spills. Gasoline tends to disperse and dissipate faster on the water's surface, making it less visible for a shorter period of time compared to thicker, more persistent fuel oil spills. This is an important consideration in assessing the environmental impact and response to different types of marine fuel spills. The other answer choices are incorrect. A) Gasoline spills are covered under the Clean Water Act and other pollution laws. B) Gasoline can be harmful to marine life, especially in sensitive coastal environments. D) Gasoline is less dense than crude oil and will generally float on the water's surface rather than sink.

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