Derrames de petróleo

Derrames de petróleo

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Science, Business, Biology, Engineering

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses a major oil spill caused by the explosion of the D Water Horizon rig, leading to severe environmental and economic damage. Efforts to contain and clean the spill included barriers and chemicals, but the impact on wildlife and local economies was devastating. The U.S. government blamed the oil company for inadequate safety measures, resulting in costly cleanup efforts. New safety protocols have been implemented to prevent future incidents.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the primary methods used to prevent the spread of oil on the ocean's surface?

Evacuating marine life

Building underwater walls

Deploying floating barriers

Using helicopters to disperse oil

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the oil spill affect the local wildlife?

It had no impact on marine life

It improved the health of coral reefs

It increased the population of seabirds

It caused the death of over 6000 animals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the economic consequences of the oil spill?

Increase in fish population

Rise in oil prices

Boost in tourism

Fishermen losing their livelihoods

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did the U.S. government blame for the oil spill?

The local fishermen

The oil company and its partners

The environmental agencies

The tourism industry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures have oil companies taken to prevent future spills?

Increasing oil prices

Reducing oil production

Banning offshore drilling

Implementing new safety measures