Heavy fuel oils when spilled are __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — less harmful to sea life than lighter oils
Heavy fuel oils are more persistent and coat marine life causing physical smothering, but lighter refined oils contain higher concentrations of toxic soluble aromatic hydrocarbons, making heavy oils relatively less acutely toxic.
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