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OCTCO/OCTF Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 3 of 30

What is Cargo inhibition?

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Direct Answer

Option B: For some chemical cargoes. under heat and in presence of oxygen, their physical and Chemical properties change. To avoid this certain inhibitor are added to the cargo

Cargo inhibition involves adding specific chemical stabilizers/inhibitors to sensitive monomers (like styrene) to prevent self-polymerization or degradation under temperature and oxygen exposure.

All Options

A
All chemical cargo physical and chemical properties change. during transportation; to avoid this, certain inhibitors are added to the cargo
B
For some chemical cargoes. under heat and in presence of oxygen, their physical and Chemical properties change. To avoid this certain inhibitor are added to the cargo (Correct Answer)
C
Some chemical cargoes have some physical and chemical properties that change due to cold weather in presence of oxygen, to avoid this. Certain inhibitors are added to the cargo
D
Adding Inhibitors to a refined vegetable oil adds its market value as the inhibitor maintains its color

Detailed Explanation & Context

Cargo inhibition involves adding specific chemical stabilizers/inhibitors to sensitive monomers (like styrene) to prevent self-polymerization or degradation under temperature and oxygen exposure.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTCO/OCTF).

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