Environmentalmedium · Past Paper
What is the main chemical component of 'Oil Slick' on water?
AHydrocarbons
BCarbohydrates
CProteins
DNucleic acids
✓ Correct Answer: A — Hydrocarbons
Crude oil is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons that float on water because they are less dense and insoluble.
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