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Environment and securityQuestion 426 of 566

Why are absorbent bilge cloths useful?

  1. They absorb petroleum products and repel water.
  2. They break oil into tiny droplets.
  3. They dissolve fuel.
  4. They clean the bilge without any work.
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Correct answer: They absorb petroleum products and repel water.

They collect oil and fuel while leaving the water behind.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Reduce pollution for bilges, page 58

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026