The Most Biologically Devastating Oil Spills in the Marine Environment

question 62

Multiple Choice

The most biologically devastating oil spills in the marine environment are usually a result of:

• A)blow out accidents on drilling platforms.
• B)collision and/or sinking of oil tankers.
• C)discharge from refueling tankers and ships.
• D)natural deep-sea seeps.
• E)urban run-off.

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