CHEMCO Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 30 of 30
What chemical cargo property is defined as the lowest temperature at which liquid emits flammable vapor?
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Direct Answer
Option A: Flashpoint
The flashpoint, a key property defined in the IBC Code and ISGOTT, indicates the lowest temperature at which a liquid's vapors can ignite with an ignition source, signifying flammability risk.
All Options
A
Flashpoint
(Correct Answer)
B
Auto-ignition temp
C
Pour point
D
Boiling point
Detailed Explanation & Context
The flashpoint, a key property defined in the IBC Code and ISGOTT, indicates the lowest temperature at which a liquid's vapors can ignite with an ignition source, signifying flammability risk.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (CHEMCO).
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