USCG Exam PracticePollution prevention and environmental awareness
According to 33 CFR §151.05, which of the following substances is expressly excluded from the definition of 'oil'?
- ✓ Animal and vegetable based oilCorrect
- B. Fuel oil
- C. Crude oil
- D. Oil sludge
Why A is correct
33 CFR §151.05 states that 'Oil' means petroleum in various forms including crude oil, fuel oil, sludge, and refined products, but expressly does not include animal and vegetable based oil or noxious liquid substances designated under Annex II of MARPOL.
Cited:33 CFR §151.05