Question 23 of 30
Settling tanks on ship are provided for
A
allowing water and sludge to separate before oil seperator
B
mixing oils before use
C
storing oils before its use
D
filtering water from fuel oil
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: allowing water and sludge to separate before oil seperator.
Settling tanks provide the residence time necessary for water and sludge to settle at the bottom of the fuel. This separation process ensures that the fuel oil purifier receives cleaner oil for final treatment.