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What caused the oil slick to form on the surface of the Gulf of Mexico?
What caused the oil slick to form on the surface of the Gulf of Mexico?
- Leakage of oil from the well on the ocean floor (correct)
- Use of floating foam to surround the oil
- Burning of the oil by the workers
- Plugging of the leaks with a concrete-and-steel box
How did workers remove the spilled oil from the surface of the ocean?
How did workers remove the spilled oil from the surface of the ocean?
- By burning some of the spilled oil
- By washing it with soapy water
- By surrounding the oil with miles-long lines of floating foam (correct)
- By using a huge concrete-and-steel box to cap the leak
What happens to birds covered in oil from oil spills?
What happens to birds covered in oil from oil spills?
- They become resistant to toxic pollution
- They become stronger and more resilient
- They are unable to fly due to getting cold (correct)
- They migrate to other regions
Why do workers wash and rinse the birds covered in oil many times?
Why do workers wash and rinse the birds covered in oil many times?
How did engineers attempt to plug the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico?
How did engineers attempt to plug the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico?
What is the process of cleaning up the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?
What is the process of cleaning up the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?
How do people help birds covered in oil from oil spills?
How do people help birds covered in oil from oil spills?
What method was used to cap the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico, and why did it fail?
What method was used to cap the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico, and why did it fail?
How do workers remove the spilled oil from the surface of the ocean?
How do workers remove the spilled oil from the surface of the ocean?
What is the process of washing and rinsing birds covered in oil from oil spills, and why is it important?
What is the process of washing and rinsing birds covered in oil from oil spills, and why is it important?
Study Notes
Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
- The Gulf of Mexico oil slick was caused by an oil leak on the ocean floor.
Oil Removal Methods
- Workers used skimmers to remove spilled oil from the surface of the ocean.
- Oil-absorbing pads and booms were also used to contain and remove oil.
- Chemical dispersants were applied to break down oil into smaller droplets.
Bird Rescue and Rehabilitation
- Oil-covered birds experience hypothermia, as their feathers lose insulation properties.
- Workers wash and rinse birds multiple times to remove oil, as a single wash may not remove all oil.
- This process helps restore birds' natural insulation and buoyancy, increasing survival chances.
Stopping the Oil Leak
- Engineers attempted to plug the oil leak using a "top kill" method, involving heavy mud injection.
- A cap was placed over the leak, but failed due to pressure and hot oil flow.
Cleaning Up the Oil Spill
- The cleanup process involved a combination of methods, including skimming, booms, and chemical dispersants.
Helping Oil-Covered Birds
- People help birds by washing and rinsing them multiple times to remove oil.
- This process increases the birds' chances of survival by restoring natural insulation and buoyancy.
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Description
This quiz covers the events of an oil rig explosion in the Gulf of Mexico, the resulting oil spill, and the subsequent cleanup efforts to mitigate the environmental impact. It includes details about the leakage, the threat to marine life, and the methods used for plugging the leaks.
