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What is the main characteristic of bulk cargo?
What is the main characteristic of bulk cargo?
- It is exclusively liquid in nature
- It is transported unpackaged in large quantities (correct)
- It is always transported in containers
- It is only handled in container ports
What is the primary purpose of cargo stowage at a port?
What is the primary purpose of cargo stowage at a port?
- Maximizing profit for the port
- Speeding up customs clearance
- Minimizing space utilization
- Safety of port, ship, crew, and cargo (correct)
Which type of cargo is conveyed in specialized vessels known as bulk carriers?
Which type of cargo is conveyed in specialized vessels known as bulk carriers?
- Containerized cargo
- General cargo
- Dry bulk cargo (correct)
- Deck cargo
What is the essential factor for successful port management according to the text?
What is the essential factor for successful port management according to the text?
Which type of port handles containerized cargoes?
Which type of port handles containerized cargoes?
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Main characteristic of bulk cargo?
Main characteristic of bulk cargo?
Transported unpackaged in large quantities
Primary purpose of cargo stowage?
Primary purpose of cargo stowage?
Safety of port, ship, crew, and cargo
Cargo type in bulk carriers?
Cargo type in bulk carriers?
Dry bulk cargo
Essential factor for successful port management?
Essential factor for successful port management?
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Port type handling containerized cargoes?
Port type handling containerized cargoes?
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