Deck General USCG Q#573 (Set 17)

When referring to dry bulk cargoes, the term "flow state" __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — refers to the saturation of a dry bulk product with water to the point where it acts as a liquid

The flow state occurs when a granular bulk cargo becomes completely saturated with moisture, destroying internal friction and causing the material to liquefy and flow dangerously.

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