Question 485Steam Plants - Assistant Engineer

The correct answer is B) pump ability of the oil. The minimum temperature requirements for fuel oil in storage tanks are primarily related to the pump ability of the oil. Fuel oils need to be maintained at a certain temperature to ensure they remain in a fluid state and can be easily pumped and transferred. If the oil temperature falls below its pour point, it can become too viscous to be easily pumped, which could disrupt the fuel system and operations. The fire point of the oil (choice C) is also important for safety, but it is not the primary factor driving the minimum temperature requirement. The size of the vents (choice A) and the size of the containment area (choice D) are not directly related to the minimum temperature requirements for the fuel oil itself.