The gravity tank in a gravity lube oil system serves to __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — maintain oil supply for several minutes to bearings should the lube oil service pump fail
Gravity tanks maintain a reliable head of oil and provide several minutes of emergency supply to turbine bearings should the primary lube oil service pumps fail.
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