BIGF Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 4 of 30

What is the use of tankscope?

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Direct Answer

Option A: An instrument used for measuring hydrocarbon vapour in inerted atmospheres

A Tankscope is a specialized non-catalytic optical/thermal conductivity instrument specifically designed to measure hydrocarbon gas concentrations (0-100% volume) in inert nitrogen or flue-gas atmospheres where catalytic bead explosimeters cannot operate.

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An instrument used for measuring hydrocarbon vapour in inerted atmospheres (Correct Answer)

An instrument used for measuring carbon vapour in inerted atmospheres

An instrument used for measuring oxygen vapour in inerted atmospheres.

An instrument used for measuring dioxide vapour in inerted atmospheres

Detailed Explanation & Context

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Basic Training for Ships subject to the IGF Code (BIGF).

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