Asked by Hannah Strength on Jun 02, 2024
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Which strategy can prevent water from being polluted by oil?
A) not requiring double hulls on oil tankers
B) prohibiting oil drilling in ecologically sensitive areas
C) instituting a national energy policy based on increasing reliance on fossil fuels
D) drilling closer to shore
Oil Pollution
The contamination of oceans, rivers, and soils by crude or refined oil products, which can be harmful to wildlife, disrupt ecosystems, and pose risks to human health.
Double Hulls
A ship design feature where the vessel's bottom and sides have two layers, improving buoyancy and reducing the risk of spills or sinking.
Ecologically Sensitive
An area that is identified as being sensitive to changes in environmental conditions, requiring protection or special management to sustain its biodiversity and ecological processes.
- Ascertain the methods employed in oil spill prevention and remediation.
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Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the methods employed in oil spill prevention and remediation.
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