The Two Most Persistent Sources of Oil Pollution That Keep

question 33

Multiple Choice

The two most persistent sources of oil pollution that keep oil in the marine environment for sustained periods are:

• A)Tanker and storage leak accidents.
• B)Tar balls and tanker accidents.
• C)Natural seepage and urban runoff.
• D)Urban wastes and normal operation of tankers.
• E)Refinery discharges.

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Definitions:

Endocrine System

The network of glands and organs in the body that produce hormones to regulate various bodily functions.

Steroid Hormones

A class of hormones synthesized from cholesterol, including androgens, estrogens, and corticosteroids, which play various roles in the body's functioning.

Hormone-Receptor Complex

A molecular complex formed when a hormone binds to its specific receptor, often resulting in a cellular response or change in cell activity.

Peptide Hormones

Chemical messengers composed of short chains of amino acids that regulate physiological processes in organisms.